Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dilleniales
Species:
macrocarpus
ID:
654160

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mart. ex Eichler

Source:
cmp

Year:
1863

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 13(1): 77 (1863)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000653492

Common Names

  • Large-Fruited Doliocarpus
  • Large-Fruited Doliocarp
  • Large-Fruited Carpet-Vine

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Synonyms

  • Doliocarpus aptus J.F.Macbr. [unknown]
  • Doliocarpus aptus curtus J.F.Macbr. [unknown]
  • Doliocarpus virgatus Sagot [unknown]
  • Doliocarpus aptus aptus [unknown]

Description

Doliocarpus macrocarpus (also called Macrocarpus, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a single trunk and a rounded crown. It is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America. It grows in humid forests, at elevations of up to 1,500 m.

Uses & Benefits

Doliocarpus macrocarpus is used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control. It has medicinal properties and can be used as a food source.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Doliocarpus macrocarpus is a small, white, five-petaled flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with large leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Doliocarpus macrocarpus can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings can be taken in late spring or early summer and should be rooted in a well-drained soil mix. The plant should be kept in a warm, sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Doliocarpus macrocarpus

Doliocarpus macrocarpus can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America, from Mexico to Bolivia.

Doliocarpus macrocarpus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Doliocarpus macrocarpus?

Doliocarpus macrocarpus

What is the common name of Doliocarpus macrocarpus?

Large-fruited Doliocarpus

Where is Doliocarpus macrocarpus found?

Central and South America

Species in the Doliocarpus genus

Doliocarpus leiophyllus, Doliocarpus paucinervis, Doliocarpus schultesianus, Doliocarpus triananus, Doliocarpus amazonicus, Doliocarpus aracaensis, Doliocarpus areolatus, Doliocarpus aureobaccatus, Doliocarpus brevipedicellatus, Doliocarpus carnevaliorum, Doliocarpus chocoensis, Doliocarpus dasyanthus, Doliocarpus dentatus, Doliocarpus dressleri, Doliocarpus elegans, Doliocarpus elliptifolius, Doliocarpus foreroi, Doliocarpus gentryi, Doliocarpus glomeratus, Doliocarpus gracilis, Doliocarpus grandiflorus, Doliocarpus guianensis, Doliocarpus herrerae, Doliocarpus hispidobaccatus, Doliocarpus hispidus, Doliocarpus humboldtianus, Doliocarpus kubitzkii, Doliocarpus lancifolius, Doliocarpus liesneri, Doliocarpus lombardii, Doliocarpus lopez-palacii, Doliocarpus macrocarpus, Doliocarpus magnificus, Doliocarpus major, Doliocarpus multiflorus, Doliocarpus nitidus, Doliocarpus novogranatensis, Doliocarpus olivaceus, Doliocarpus ortegae, Doliocarpus paraensis, Doliocarpus pipolyi, Doliocarpus prancei, Doliocarpus pruskii, Doliocarpus sagolianus, Doliocarpus savannarum, Doliocarpus schottianus, Doliocarpus sellowianus, Doliocarpus sessiliflorus, Doliocarpus spatulifolius, Doliocarpus spraguei,

Species in the Dilleniaceae family

Acrotrema agastyamalayanum, Acrotrema arnottianum, Acrotrema costatum, Acrotrema dissectum, Acrotrema intermedium, Acrotrema lanceolatum, Acrotrema lyratum, Acrotrema thwaitesii, Acrotrema uniflorum, Acrotrema walkeri, Curatella americana, Davilla bahiana, Davilla bilobata, Davilla neei, Davilla alata, Davilla angustifolia, Davilla aspera, Davilla cearensis, Davilla cuatrecasasii, Davilla cuspidulata, Davilla elliptica, Davilla flexuosa, Davilla glabrata, Davilla glaziovii, Davilla grandiflora, Davilla kubitzkii, Davilla kunthii, Davilla lacunosa, Davilla latifolia, Davilla macrocarpa, Davilla morii, Davilla nitida, Davilla papyracea, Davilla pedicellaris, Davilla rugosa, Davilla sellowiana, Davilla steyermarkii, Davilla strigosa, Davilla aymardii, Davilla minutifolia, Davilla sessilifolia, Davilla lanosa, Davilla hirsuticarpa, Didesmandra aspera, Dillenia alata, Dillenia albiflos, Dillenia andamanica, Dillenia aurea, Dillenia auriculata, Dillenia beccariana,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2774737: Based on the initial data import
Carl Friedrich Philipp von Martius (1794-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mart.' in the authors string.
August W. Eichler (1839-1887): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Eichler' in the authors string.