Status:
valid
Authors:
Miq.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1856
Citation Micro:
Fl. Ned. Ind. 1(1): 829 (1856)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000378023
Common Names
- Macrosolen macrophyllus
- Large-Leafed Macrosolen
- Large-Leaved Macrosolen
Synonyms
- Loranthus macrophyllus Korth. [unknown]
- Macrosolen curvinervis Danser [unknown]
Description
Macrosolen macrophyllus (also called 'Large-Leaved Macrosolen', among many other common names) is a small, perennial shrub native to South America. It has small, bipinnate leaves and small, pink flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical regions in moist, well-drained soils.
Uses & Benefits
Macrosolen macrophyllus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used in landscaping and for erosion control on slopes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Macrosolen macrophyllus are small and yellow. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Macrosolen macrophyllus can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Divisions should be taken from healthy plants and planted in a light, well-draining soil mix. Both should be kept in a warm, sunny location.
Where to Find Macrosolen macrophyllus
Macrosolen macrophyllus can be found in tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and the Pacific Islands.
Macrosolen macrophyllus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Macrosolen macrophyllus?
Macrosolen macrophyllus
What is the common name of Macrosolen macrophyllus?
Large-leaved Macrosolen
What is the family of Macrosolen macrophyllus?
Apocynaceae
Species in the Macrosolen genus
Macrosolen tubiflorus,
Macrosolen globosus,
Macrosolen macrophyllus,
Macrosolen melintangensis,
Macrosolen crassus,
Macrosolen formosus,
Macrosolen curtiflorus,
Macrosolen papillosus,
Macrosolen demesae,
Macrosolen dianthus,
Macrosolen flammeus,
Macrosolen tetragonus,
Macrosolen trigonus,
Macrosolen surigaoensis,
Macrosolen pusillus,
Macrosolen platyphyllus,
Macrosolen psilanthus,
Macrosolen retusus,
Macrosolen pseudoperfoliatus,
Macrosolen beccarii,
Macrosolen amboinensis,
Macrosolen ampullaceus,
Macrosolen annamicus,
Macrosolen barlowii,
Macrosolen bellus,
Macrosolen brandisianus,
Macrosolen brevitubus,
Macrosolen albicaulis,
Macrosolen acunae,
Macrosolen cochinchinensis,
Macrosolen capitellatus,
Macrosolen parasiticus,
Macrosolen avenis,
Macrosolen suberosus,
Macrosolen bibracteolatus,
Macrosolen robinsonii,
Macrosolen tricolor,
Macrosolen geminatus,
Macrosolen andamanensis,
Species in the Loranthaceae family
Actinanthella menyharthii,
Actinanthella wyliei,
Aetanthus andreanus,
Aetanthus colombianus,
Aetanthus coriaceus,
Aetanthus dichotomus,
Aetanthus engelsii,
Aetanthus macranthus,
Aetanthus mutisii,
Aetanthus nodosus,
Aetanthus ornatus,
Aetanthus ovalis,
Aetanthus trifolius,
Aetanthus prolongatus,
Aetanthus sessilifolius,
Aetanthus verticillatus,
Aetanthus megaphyllus,
Aetanthus pascoensis,
Aetanthus tachirensis,
Aetanthus validus,
Agelanthus atrocoronatus,
Agelanthus bipartitus,
Agelanthus brunneus,
Agelanthus combreticola,
Agelanthus copaiferae,
Agelanthus crassifolius,
Agelanthus deltae,
Agelanthus dichrous,
Agelanthus discolor,
Agelanthus djurensis,
Agelanthus dodonaeifolius,
Agelanthus elegantulus,
Agelanthus entebbensis,
Agelanthus falcifolius,
Agelanthus flammeus,
Agelanthus fuellebornii,
Agelanthus gilgii,
Agelanthus glaucoviridis,
Agelanthus glomeratus,
Agelanthus gracilis,
Agelanthus guineensis,
Agelanthus henriquesii,
Agelanthus heteromorphus,
Agelanthus igneus,
Agelanthus irangensis,
Agelanthus kayseri,
Agelanthus keilii,
Agelanthus krausei,
Agelanthus kraussianus,
Agelanthus lancifolius,