Status:
valid
Authors:
A.K.Koch, Ilk.-Borg. & F.Barros
Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 204: 172 (2015)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001318907
Common Names
- Macradenia Grandiflora
- Grandiflora Star
- Grandiflora Morning Glory
Description
Macradenia grandiflora (also called Macradenia Plant, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Atlantic Forest biome of Brazil. It grows in moist, shady areas and has large, oval-shaped leaves. The flowers are white and have a bell-shaped structure.
Uses & Benefits
Macradenia grandiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever and inflammation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Macradenia grandiflora are white and star-shaped. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, thin stems and light green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Macradenia grandiflora is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -65°C (-85°F). Prune after flowering to maintain a neat shape.
Where to Find Macradenia grandiflora
Macradenia grandiflora can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Macradenia grandiflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Macradenia grandiflora?
Macradenia grandiflora
What is the common name of Macradenia grandiflora?
Macradenia grandiflora
What type of plant is Macradenia grandiflora?
Tree
Species in the Macradenia genus
Macradenia amazonica,
Macradenia brassavolae,
Macradenia delicatula,
Macradenia loxoglottis,
Macradenia lutescens,
Macradenia multiflora,
Macradenia paraensis,
Macradenia paulensis,
Macradenia regnellii,
Macradenia rubescens,
Macradenia tridentata,
Macradenia grandiflora,
Macradenia purpureorostrata,
Species in the Orchidaceae family
Aa fiebrigii,
Aa hartwegii,
Aa hieronymi,
Aa leucantha,
Aa lorentzii,
Aa macra,
Aa achalensis,
Aa maderoi,
Aa mandonii,
Aa matthewsii,
Aa microtidis,
Aa paleacea,
Aa argyrolepis,
Aa riobambae,
Aa rosei,
Aa schickendanzii,
Aa sphaeroglossa,
Aa trilobulata,
Aa weddelliana,
Aa aurantiaca,
Aa calceata,
Aa colombiana,
Aa denticulata,
Aa erosa,
Aa figueroi,
Aa lozanoi,
Aa lehmannii,
Acampe carinata,
Acampe cephalotes,
Acampe ochracea,
Acampe pachyglossa,
Acampe praemorsa,
Acampe joiceyana,
Acampe hulae,
Acanthophippium bicolor,
Acanthophippium chrysoglossum,
Acanthophippium curtisii,
Acanthophippium eburneum,
Acanthophippium gougahense,
Acanthophippium javanicum,
Acanthophippium lilacinum,
Acanthophippium mantinianum,
Acanthophippium parviflorum,
Acanthophippium pictum,
Acanthophippium splendidum,
Acanthophippium striatum,
Acanthophippium sylhetense,
Acanthophippium curtisii,
Achlydosa glandulosa,
Acianthera aculeata,
References
Ana Kelly Koch: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.K.Koch' in the authors string.