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Macaranga indica (Macaranga indica)

Macaranga indica is a fast-growing tree native to India, known for its large, palmately lobed leaves and use in traditional medicine. It thrives in disturbed areas.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Watering

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.

Soil

Tolerant of various soil types, but prefers well-drained, fertile loamy soil. Adaptable to poor soils.

Temperature

Grows best in warm temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced fertilizer during the growing season.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Thrives with ample sunlight.

Water

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.

Water regularly, especially during dry periods.

Soil

Tolerant of various soil types, but prefers well-drained, fertile loamy soil. Adaptable to poor soils.

Temperature

Grows best in warm temperatures.

Ideal range 18-30 °C.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced fertilizer during the growing season.

Avoid over-fertilizing.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Tree

Plant Category

Foliage

Plant Place Type

Ground

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

10-20 m

Spread

5-10 m

Growth Rate

Fast

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Lobed

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Synonyms
Macaranga adenantha Gagnep.
Tanarius indicus (Wight) Kuntze
Trevia hernandiifolia Roth
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderMalpighiales
  • familyEuphorbiaceae
  • genusMacaranga
  • speciesMacaranga indica
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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