Macaranga tanarius (Parasol Leaf Tree)

Macaranga tanarius (Parasol Leaf Tree) with large green heart shaped leaves on a small tree.
Macaranga tanarius (Parasol Leaf Tree) exhibits numerous broad green leaves with distinct veins and round edges.

Botanical name: Macaranga tanarius

Common name: Parasol Leaf Tree

Family: Euphorbiaceae

Origin: Australia, Malaysia

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9-10

Large shrub 5-10 ft tallSmall tree 10-20 ftPlant form: Large bush or small tree
Plant mature sizeMature height: 10-20 ft
Full sunSemi-shadeSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor; semi-shade
Cold toleranceCold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyWatering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWatering: Regular; moderate
White, off-white flowersYellow, orange flowersFlower color: White and off-white; yellow, orange
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
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This small tree is grown as an ornamental tree in landscaping and for reforestation projects in Hawai'i and other warm tropical regions of the world.

In Sumatra, the fruit of M. tanarius are added to palm juice and boiled to produce sugar for use in foods. Other uses include dyes made from it's leaves and fermented drinks made from the leaves and bark.

Related species -Macaranga grandifolia.

Similar plants: Macaranga tanarius (Parasol Leaf Tree)


Macaranga tanarius (Parasol Leaf Tree) green leaves close up
Macaranga tanarius (Parasol Leaf Tree) leaves with distinct veins in a natural setting.


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