Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cucurbitales
Genus:
Species:
macrocarpa
ID:
529016

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.Roem.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1846

Citation Micro:
Fam. Nat. Syn. Monogr. 2: 117 (1846)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000528348

Common Names

  • Macrocarpa Alsomitra
  • Macrocarpa Alsomitra Plant
  • Macrocarpa Alsomitra Flower

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Synonyms

  • Momordica coriacea Cogn. [unknown]
  • Macrozanonia macrocarpa Cogn. [unknown]
  • Macrozanonia philippinensis Cogn. [unknown]
  • Zanonia philippinensis Merr. [unknown]
  • Erythropalum triandrum Quisumb. & Merr. [unknown]
  • Zanonia macrocarpa Blume [unknown]

Description

Alsomitra macrocarpa (also called Large-Fruited Alsomitra, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Aquifoliaceae family. It is a shrub, growing up to 3 m tall. It is native to New Zealand, and is found in scrubland and forest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Alsomitra macrocarpa has been used as a source of food, forage, and medicinal purposes. It is also used for erosion control and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Alsomitra macrocarpa are small and white, and arranged in dense, terminal spikes. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Alsomitra macrocarpa is a tropical evergreen shrub that grows best in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-drained soil mix and kept warm and moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood or hardwood branches and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Alsomitra macrocarpa

Alsomitra macrocarpa can be found in tropical and subtropical forests in India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.

Alsomitra macrocarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Alsomitra macrocarpa?

Alsomitra macrocarpa

What is the common name of Alsomitra macrocarpa?

Large-fruited Alsomitra

What is the growth habit of Alsomitra macrocarpa?

It is an evergreen shrub with long, thin branches

Species in the Alsomitra genus

Species in the Cucurbitaceae family

Abobra tenuifolia, Acanthosicyos horridus, Actinostemma lobatum, Actinostemma parvifolium, Actinostemma tenerum, Alsomitra macrocarpa, Ampelosicyos humblotii, Ampelosicyos major, Ampelosicyos meridionalis, Ampelosicyos scandens, Ampelosicyos bosseri, Ampelosicyos leandrii, Ampelosycios meridionalis, Ampelosycios scandens, Apodanthera anatuyana, Apodanthera argentea, Apodanthera aspera, Apodanthera biflora, Apodanthera bradei, Apodanthera cinerea, Apodanthera eriocalyx, Apodanthera fasciculata, Apodanthera ferreyrana, Apodanthera glaziovii, Apodanthera hindii, Apodanthera hirtella, Apodanthera laciniosa, Apodanthera linearis, Apodanthera mandonii, Apodanthera mathewsii, Apodanthera palmeri, Apodanthera sagittifolia, Apodanthera smilacifolia, Apodanthera succulenta, Apodanthera tumbeziana, Apodanthera ulei, Apodanthera undulata, Apodanthera villosa, Apodanthera weberbaueri, Apodanthera longipedicellata, Austrobryonia argillicola, Austrobryonia centralis, Austrobryonia micrantha, Austrobryonia pilbarensis, Baijiania borneensis, Baijiania taiwaniana, Baijiania decipiens, Baijiania smitinandii, Bambekea racemosa, Bayabusua clarkei,

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