Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
wallnoeferi
ID:
1274558

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.R.Grant

Source:
tro

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Harvard Pap. Bot. 9: 42 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001273896

Common Names

  • Wallnoeferi Macrocarpaea
  • Macrocarpaea wallnoeferi
  • Macrocarpaea

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Description

Macrocarpaea wallnoeferi (also called Wallnöfer's macrocarpaea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina. It is found in moist, shady habitats, such as rainforests, cloud forests, and montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Macrocarpaea wallnoeferi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Macrocarpaea wallnoeferi has small, white flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Macrocarpaea wallnoeferi is a shrub native to the Andes mountains in Peru. It is a slow-growing plant that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Macrocarpaea wallnoeferi

Macrocarpaea wallnoeferi can be found in the Andes of Colombia and Ecuador.

Macrocarpaea wallnoeferi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Macrocarpaea wallnoeferi?

Macrocarpaea wallnoeferi

What is the common name of Macrocarpaea wallnoeferi?

Wallnöfer's Macrocarpaea

Where is Macrocarpaea wallnoeferi found?

South America

Species in the Macrocarpaea genus

Macrocarpaea subcaudata, Macrocarpaea pinetorum, Macrocarpaea rugosa, Macrocarpaea autanae, Macrocarpaea affinis, Macrocarpaea obtusifolia, Macrocarpaea bangiana, Macrocarpaea cochabambensis, Macrocarpaea cinchonifolia, Macrocarpaea bracteata, Macrocarpaea browallioides, Macrocarpaea marahuacae, Macrocarpaea neblinae, Macrocarpaea ypsilocaule, Macrocarpaea umerulus, Macrocarpaea voluptuosa, Macrocarpaea weaveri, Macrocarpaea xerantifulva, Macrocarpaea silverstonei, Macrocarpaea betancuriana, Macrocarpaea biremis, Macrocarpaea callejasii, Macrocarpaea lacrossiformis, Macrocarpaea laudabilis, Macrocarpaea maryae, Macrocarpaea papillosa, Macrocarpaea pringleana, Macrocarpaea quechua, Macrocarpaea neillii, Macrocarpaea chthonotropa, Macrocarpaea elix, Macrocarpaea ewaniana, Macrocarpaea gattaca, Macrocarpaea gaudialis, Macrocarpaea gondoloides, Macrocarpaea gran-pajatena, Macrocarpaea gravabilis, Macrocarpaea gulosa, Macrocarpaea hilarula, Macrocarpaea illecebrosa, Macrocarpaea jactans, Macrocarpaea jocularis, Macrocarpaea dies-viridis, Macrocarpaea luctans, Macrocarpaea lucubrans, Macrocarpaea mattii, Macrocarpaea opulenta, Macrocarpaea claireae, Macrocarpaea quizhpei, Macrocarpaea fuentesii,

Species in the Gentianaceae family

Adenolisianthus arboreus, Anthocleista amplexicaulis, Anthocleista djalonensis, Anthocleista grandiflora, Anthocleista inermis, Anthocleista laxiflora, Anthocleista liebrechtsiana, Anthocleista longifolia, Anthocleista madagascariensis, Anthocleista microphylla, Anthocleista nobilis, Anthocleista obanensis, Anthocleista procera, Anthocleista scandens, Anthocleista schweinfurthii, Anthocleista vogelii, Anthocleista potalioides, Aripuana cullmaniorum, Bartonia paniculata, Bartonia verna, Bartonia virginica, Bisgoeppertia robustior, Bisgoeppertia gracilis, Bisgoeppertia scandens, Blackstonia acuminata, Blackstonia grandiflora, Blackstonia imperfoliata, Blackstonia perfoliata, Calolisianthus amplissimus, Calolisianthus pedunculatus, Canscora alata, Canscora andrographioides, Canscora concanensis, Canscora diffusa, Canscora heteroclita, Canscora macrocalyx, Canscora pauciflora, Canscora perfoliata, Canscora roxburghii, Canscora schultesii, Canscora stricta, Canscora bidoupensis, Canscora bhatiana, Canscora shrirangiana, Canscora ciathula, Canscora tetraptera, Celiantha bella, Celiantha chimantensis, Celiantha imthurniana, Centaurium ameghinoi,

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