Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
grandiflora
ID:
1306453

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

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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.

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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 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

Fábio de Barros (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Barros' in the authors string.
Ana Kelly Koch: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.K.Koch' in the authors string.
Anna Luiza Ilkiu-Borges (b.1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ilk.-Borg.' in the authors string.