Status:
valid
Authors:
Müll.Arg.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1874
Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 11(2): 504 (1874)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000265081
Common Names
- Pausandra megalophylla
- Large-leaved Pausandra
- Large-leaved Wild Petunia
Description
Pausandra megalophylla (also called Large-leaved pausandra, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Madagascar. It has small, white flowers and grows in moist, shady places.
Uses & Benefits
Pausandra megalophylla is used as an ornamental plant in landscaping, and is often used as a groundcover or in rock gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Pausandra megalophylla are white, with a yellow center, and are borne in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pausandra megalophylla is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to tropical Africa. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures as low as 10°C (50°F). It can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Pausandra megalophylla
Pausandra megalophylla can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Pausandra megalophylla FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pausandra megalophylla?
Pausandra megalophylla
What is the common name of Pausandra megalophylla?
Large-leaved Pausandra
Where is Pausandra megalophylla native to?
Cuba
Species in the Pausandra genus
Species in the Euphorbiaceae family
Acalypha peckoltii,
Acalypha peduncularis,
Acalypha pendula,
Acalypha perrieri,
Acalypha persimilis,
Acalypha peruviana,
Acalypha pervilleana,
Acalypha phleoides,
Acalypha phyllonomifolia,
Acalypha pilosa,
Acalypha pippenii,
Acalypha pittieri,
Acalypha platyphylla,
Acalypha pleiogyne,
Acalypha plicata,
Acalypha pohliana,
Acalypha poiretii,
Acalypha polymorpha,
Acalypha polystachya,
Acalypha portoricensis,
Acalypha pruinosa,
Acalypha pruriens,
Acalypha pseudalopecuroides,
Acalypha pseudovagans,
Acalypha psilostachya,
Acalypha pubiflora,
Acalypha pulchrespicata,
Acalypha punctata,
Acalypha purpurascens,
Acalypha purpusii,
Acalypha pycnantha,
Acalypha pygmaea,
Acalypha radians,
Acalypha radicans,
Acalypha radinostachya,
Acalypha radula,
Acalypha radula,
Acalypha rafaelensis,
Acalypha raivavensis,
Acalypha rapensis,
Acalypha reflexa,
Acalypha repanda,
Acalypha retifera,
Acalypha rhombifolia,
Acalypha rhomboidea,
Acalypha richardiana,
Acalypha riedeliana,
Acalypha rivularis,
Acalypha rottleroides,
Acalypha rubrinervis,