Madhuca multiflora - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
multiflora
ID:
233474
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.F.Macbr.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1918
Citation Micro:
Contr. Gray Herb. , n.s., 53: 18 (1918)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000232805
Common Names
- Madhuca multiflora
- Multiflora Madhuca
- Multiflora' Madhuca
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Illipe multiflora Merr. [unknown]
- Bassia multiflora (Merr.) Merr. [unknown]
Description
Madhuca multiflora (also called Indian Butter Tree, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to India, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka. It is found in dry deciduous forests, tropical moist deciduous forests, and tropical dry evergreen forests.
Uses & Benefits
Madhuca multiflora is used in traditional medicine, as a food source, and for its timber. It is also used for its essential oils, which are used in perfumes and cosmetics.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Madhuca multiflora has yellow flowers with a white center, and the seeds are small and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Madhuca multiflora is a slow-growing, evergreen tree native to India. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining medium and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature branches and planted in a moist, well-draining medium. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment with indirect sunlight.
Where to Find Madhuca multiflora
Madhuca multiflora is native to India and can be found in tropical evergreen forests.
Madhuca multiflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Madhuca multiflora?
Madhuca multiflora
What is the common name of Madhuca multiflora?
Many-Flower Mahua
What is the natural habitat of Madhuca multiflora?
Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests
Species in the Madhuca genus
Madhuca alpina, Madhuca aristulata, Madhuca aspera, Madhuca barbata, Madhuca bejaudii, Madhuca betis, Madhuca boerlageana, Madhuca borneensis, Madhuca bourdillonii, Madhuca brochidodroma, Madhuca burckiana, Madhuca butyrospermoides, Madhuca calcicola, Madhuca cheongiana, Madhuca chai-ananii, Madhuca chiangmaiensis, Madhuca clavata, Madhuca cochinchinensis, Madhuca coriacea, Madhuca costulata, Madhuca crassipes, Madhuca cuneata, Madhuca cuprea, Madhuca curtisii, Madhuca daemonica, Madhuca decipiens, Madhuca diplostemon, Madhuca dongnaiensis, Madhuca dubardii, Madhuca elliptica, Madhuca elmeri, Madhuca endertii, Madhuca engkikiana, Madhuca erythrophylla, Madhuca esculenta, Madhuca firma, Madhuca floribunda, Madhuca fulva, Madhuca fusca, Madhuca glabrescens, Madhuca hainanensis, Madhuca heynei, Madhuca hirtiflora, Madhuca insignis, Madhuca kingiana, Madhuca klackenbergii, Madhuca kompongsonensis, Madhuca korthalsii, Madhuca krabiensis, Madhuca kuchingensis,
Species in the Sapotaceae family
Afrosersalisia rwandensis, Amorphospermum antilogum, Argania spinosa, Aubregrinia taiensis, Aulandra beccarii, Aulandra cauliflora, Aulandra longifolia, Autranella congolensis, Baillonella toxisperma, Beccariella balansana, Beccariella crebrifolia, Beccariella lasiantha, Beccariella novocaledonica, Beccariella xerocarpa, Beccariella brownlessiana, Boerlagella spectabilis, Breviea sericea, Burckella banikiensis, Burckella erythrophylla, Burckella fijiensis, Burckella hillii, Burckella macropoda, Burckella magusum, Burckella obovata, Burckella parvifolia, Burckella polymera, Burckella poolei, Burckella richii, Burckella sorei, Burckella thurstonii, Capurodendron androyense, Capurodendron ankaranense, Capurodendron antongiliense, Capurodendron apollonioides, Capurodendron bakeri, Capurodendron costatum, Capurodendron delphinense, Capurodendron gracilifolium, Capurodendron greveanum, Capurodendron ludiifolium, Capurodendron madagascariense, Capurodendron mandrarense, Capurodendron microphyllum, Capurodendron nodosum, Capurodendron perrieri, Capurodendron pervillei, Capurodendron pseudoterminalia, Capurodendron rubrocostatum, Capurodendron rufescens, Capurodendron sakalavum,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-117269: Based on the initial data import
James Francis Macbride (1892-1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.F.Macbr.' in the authors string.