Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
macrocarpa
ID:
1066984

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maas & Setten

Source:
tro

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Proc. Kon. Ned. Akad. Wetensch. C 91: 265 (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001066322

Common Names

  • Unonopsis macrocarpa
  • Macrocarpa's Unonopsis
  • Unonopsis Macrocarpa

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Description

Unonopsis macrocarpa (also called large-fruited unonopsis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Annonaceae. It is a small tree, typically reaching a height of 5–10 m. It is native to tropical Africa, from Guinea to Uganda and Angola. It is found in lowland rainforest and moist savanna habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Unonopsis macrocarpa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its leaves are used as fodder for livestock and its wood is used for making furniture. It is also used for medicinal purposes, such as treating fever, skin diseases, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Unonopsis macrocarpa is white and has a yellow center. It has a single seed per flower. The seed is small and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Unonopsis macrocarpa is a large, evergreen tree native to tropical and subtropical climates. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Once established, the tree should be watered regularly and fertilized every 2-3 months.

Where to Find Unonopsis macrocarpa

Unonopsis macrocarpa is native to Central and South America. It can be found in tropical rainforests and is often found in the understory of the forest.

Species in the Unonopsis genus

Unonopsis storkii, Unonopsis stipitata, Unonopsis spectabilis, Unonopsis pittieri, Unonopsis umbilicata, Unonopsis glaucopetala, Unonopsis guatterioides, Unonopsis costaricensis, Unonopsis elegantissima, Unonopsis floribunda, Unonopsis pacifica, Unonopsis perrottetii, Unonopsis peruviana, Unonopsis rufescens, Unonopsis veneficiorum, Unonopsis panamensis, Unonopsis theobromifolia, Unonopsis macrocarpa, Unonopsis magnifolia, Unonopsis aviceps, Unonopsis stevensii, Unonopsis duckei, Unonopsis penduliflora, Unonopsis osae, Unonopsis longipes, Unonopsis asterantha, Unonopsis hammelii, Unonopsis bullata, Unonopsis darienensis, Unonopsis costanensis, Unonopsis megalosperma, Unonopsis aurantiaca, Unonopsis bahiensis, Unonopsis bauxitae, Unonopsis cauliflora, Unonopsis colombiana, Unonopsis esmeraldae, Unonopsis heterotricha, Unonopsis megalophylla, Unonopsis mexicana, Unonopsis monticola, Unonopsis onychopetaloides, Unonopsis renatoi, Unonopsis riedeliana, Unonopsis sanctae-teresae, Unonopsis sericea, Unonopsis sessilicarpa, Unonopsis silvatica,

Species in the Annonaceae family

Afroguatteria bequaertii, Afroguatteria globosa, Afroguatteria discostigma, Alphonsea boniana, Alphonsea curtisii, Alphonsea cylindrica, Alphonsea elliptica, Alphonsea gaudichaudiana, Alphonsea hainanensis, Alphonsea havilandii, Alphonsea hortensis, Alphonsea javanica, Alphonsea johorensis, Alphonsea keithii, Alphonsea kinabaluensis, Alphonsea kingii, Alphonsea lucida, Alphonsea lutea, Alphonsea maingayi, Alphonsea malayana, Alphonsea mollis, Alphonsea monogyna, Alphonsea orthopetala, Alphonsea ovata, Alphonsea papuasica, Alphonsea philastreana, Alphonsea siamensis, Alphonsea sonlaensis, Alphonsea stenogyna, Alphonsea tonquinensis, Alphonsea tsangyanensis, Alphonsea ventricosa, Alphonsea zeylanica, Alphonsea borneensis, Alphonsea rugosa, Alphonsea glandulosa, Alphonsea pallida, Alphonsea annulata, Alphonsea isthmicola, Alphonsea longicarpa, Alphonsea phuwuaensis, Ambavia capuronii, Ambavia gerrardii, Anaxagorea acuminata, Anaxagorea allenii, Anaxagorea angustifolia, Anaxagorea borneensis, Anaxagorea brachycarpa, Anaxagorea brevipedicellata, Anaxagorea brevipes,

References

Paul Maas (b.1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maas' in the authors string.
A.K.van Setten: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Setten' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:286513-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.