Macroscepis uniflora - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
uniflora
ID:
372400
Status:
valid
Authors:
Morillo
Source:
ksu
Year:
1994
Citation Micro:
Ernstia , n.s., 3: 144 (1994)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000371732
Common Names
- One-Flowered Macroscepis
- One-Flowered's Macroscepis
- Macroscepis uniflora
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Macroscepis uniflora (also called One-flowered Milkvine, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Apocynaceae family. It is a woody climber with simple, opposite leaves and small, yellowish-green flowers. It is native to the Amazon rainforest in Brazil, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Macroscepis uniflora is used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Macroscepis uniflora has white flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Macroscepis uniflora is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to Central America and is found in moist, tropical forests. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. It prefers full sun to partial shade and regular watering.
Where to Find Macroscepis uniflora
Macroscepis uniflora is native to Mexico and Guatemala.
Macroscepis uniflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Macroscepis uniflora?
Macroscepis uniflora
What is the common name of Macroscepis uniflora?
One-flowered Macroscepis
What is the natural habitat of Macroscepis uniflora?
It is found in wet meadows, marshes, and other wet areas
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,
References
Gilberto N. Morillo (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Morillo' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:306047-2: Based on the initial data import