Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
andronensis
ID:
1135708

Status:
valid

Authors:
Radlk. ex Choux

Source:
tro

Year:
1926

Citation Micro:
Ann. Mus. Colon. Marseille sér. 4, 3(3): 18, nomen. 1926

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001135046



Common Names

  • Molinaea andronensis
  • Andronensis Molinaea
  • Andron Molinaea


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Uses & Benefits

Molinaea andronensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Molinaea andronensis is white in color and has a bell-shaped structure. The seed is small and round, with a black and white mottled pattern. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Molinaea andronensis is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 4 m in height. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained seedling mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and should be semi-hardwood cuttings of about 10 cm in length.

Where to Find Molinaea andronensis

Molinaea andronensis is native to Madagascar.

Species in the Molinaea genus

Species in the Sapindaceae family

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-28601014: Based on the initial data import
Ludwig Radlkofer (1829-1927): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Radlk.' in the authors string.
Pierre Choux (1890-1982): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Choux' in the authors string.