Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
macrantha
ID:
322442

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ridl.) Rudjiman

Source:
wcs

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Meded. Landbouwhoogeschool 82(11): 15 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000321774

Common Names

  • Beaumontia Macrantha
  • Large-Flowered Beaumontia
  • Large-Flowered Glory Vine

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Synonyms

  • Muantum roseum (C.E.C.Fisch.) Pichon [unknown]
  • Beaumontia rosea C.E.C.Fisch. [unknown]
  • Vallaris macrantha Ridl. [unknown]

Description

Beaumontia macrantha (also called 'Beaumontia', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to India. It grows up to 1 m in height and has large, white flowers. It grows in rocky outcrops and along the edges of forests.

Uses & Benefits

Beaumontia macrantha is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat skin diseases, as well as to improve digestion and reduce inflammation. It is also used in Ayurvedic medicine for its anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and antispasmodic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Beaumontia macrantha has large white flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Beaumontia macrantha is a fast-growing shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer once a month. Prune the shrub to maintain its shape and size.

Where to Find Beaumontia macrantha

Beaumontia macrantha can be found in India, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, and Vietnam.

Beaumontia macrantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Beaumontia macrantha?

Beaumontia macrantha

What is the common name of Beaumontia macrantha?

Large-flowered Beaumontia

What is the natural habitat of Beaumontia macrantha?

Beaumontia macrantha is native to India, Nepal, and Bangladesh.

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-20258: Based on the initial data import
Henry Nicholas Ridley (1855-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ridl.' in the authors string.
Rudjiman (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rudjiman' in the authors string.