Mischocarpus reticulatus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
reticulatus
ID:
453891
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Radlk.) R.W.Ham
Source:
ksu
Year:
1977
Citation Micro:
Blumea 23: 280 (1977)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000453223
Common Names
- Mischocarpus Reticulatus
- Reticulated Mischocarpus
- Reticulated Fruit
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Mischocarpus reticulatus (also called Netted Mischocarpus, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with white flowers and small, round fruits. It is native to Southeast Asia, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist forests.
Uses & Benefits
Mischocarpus reticulatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Mischocarpus reticulatus has small white flowers with 4 petals and 4 stamens. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings have a single pair of opposite leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Mischocarpus reticulatus can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, bright location.
Where to Find Mischocarpus reticulatus
Mischocarpus reticulatus is native to India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka. It can be found in tropical moist forests and mangroves.
Mischocarpus reticulatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Mischocarpus reticulatus?
Mischocarpus reticulatus
What is the common name of Mischocarpus reticulatus?
Netted Fruit
What is the natural habitat of Mischocarpus reticulatus?
Tropical and subtropical forests
Species in the Mischocarpus genus
Mischocarpus triqueter, Mischocarpus sundaicus, Mischocarpus stipitatus, Mischocarpus flexuosus, Mischocarpus australis, Mischocarpus albescens, Mischocarpus reticulatus, Mischocarpus paradoxus, Mischocarpus macrocarpus, Mischocarpus largifolius, Mischocarpus ailae, Mischocarpus pentapetalus, Mischocarpus hainanensis, Mischocarpus oppositifolius,
Species in the Sapindaceae family
References
Ludwig Radlkofer (1829-1927): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Radlk.' in the authors string.
R.W.J.M.van der Ham (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.W.Ham' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:783711-1: Based on the initial data import