Pleodendron macranthum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Canellales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
macranthum
ID:
396158
Status:
valid
Authors:
Tiegh.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1899
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. (Morot) 13: 272 (1899)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000395490
Common Names
- Large-flowered Pleodendron
- Macranthous Pleodendron
- Ekman's Pleodendron
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- Cinnamodendron macranthum Baill. [unknown]
Description
Pleodendron macranthum (also called Long-Flowered Pleodendron, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands. It has a woody stem and its leaves are ovate and green. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions, usually in moist and shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Pleodendron macranthum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in rock gardens. It is attractive to bees and butterflies and is drought-tolerant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pleodendron macranthum is a small, white, five-petalled flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, ovoid seed. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pleodendron macranthum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It can tolerate some drought but performs best with regular watering. Deadheading spent flowers will encourage more blooms.
Where to Find Pleodendron macranthum
Pleodendron macranthum is native to tropical Africa and can be found in moist, shady areas.
Pleodendron macranthum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pleodendron macranthum?
Pleodendron macranthum
What is the common name of Pleodendron macranthum?
Large-flowered pleodendron
What is the natural habitat of Pleodendron macranthum?
It is native to tropical Africa
Species in the Pleodendron genus
Species in the Canellaceae family
Canella winterana, Cinnamodendron angustifolium, Cinnamodendron axillare, Cinnamodendron corticosum, Cinnamodendron cubense, Cinnamodendron dinisii, Cinnamodendron ekmanii, Cinnamodendron sampaioanum, Cinnamodendron tenuifolium, Cinnamodendron venezuelense, Cinnamodendron occhionianum, Cinnamosma fragrans, Cinnamosma macrocarpa, Cinnamosma madagascariensis, Pleodendron macranthum, Pleodendron ekmanii, Pleodendron costaricense, Warburgia salutaris, Warburgia stuhlmannii, Warburgia ugandensis, Warburgia elongata,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2409482: Based on the initial data import
Philippe Édouard Léon Van Tieghem (1839-1914): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tiegh.' in the authors string.