Status:
valid
Authors:
Morillo
Source:
ipni
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
Pittieria 36: 31 (2012)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001336140
Common Names
- Macroscepis Stevensii
- Stevensii Macroscepis
- Macroscepis
Description
Macroscepis stevensii (also called Stevens's Macroscepis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras. It has a woody stem and grows in tropical deciduous forests and cloud forests.
Uses & Benefits
Macroscepis stevensii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomach ache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Macroscepis stevensii has small, white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Macroscepis stevensii is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Macroscepis stevensii
Macroscepis stevensii is native to Brazil, where it can be found in the states of Bahia, Minas Gerais, and Rio de Janeiro.
Macroscepis stevensii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Macroscepis stevensii?
Macroscepis stevensii
What is the common name of Macroscepis stevensii?
Unknown
What is the natural habitat of Macroscepis stevensii?
Tropical rainforests
Species in the Macroscepis genus
Macroscepis pleistantha,
Macroscepis hirsuta,
Macroscepis uniflora,
Macroscepis urceolata,
Macroscepis aurea,
Macroscepis longiflora,
Macroscepis selloana,
Macroscepis elliptica,
Macroscepis magnifica,
Macroscepis diademata,
Macroscepis dutrae,
Macroscepis cornejoi,
Macroscepis hatschbachii,
Macroscepis stevensii,
Macroscepis yucatanensis,
Macroscepis macrocorolla,
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,