Austrobuxus megacarpus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
megacarpus
ID:
302575
Status:
valid
Authors:
P.I.Forst.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1997
Citation Micro:
Austrobaileya 4: 622 (1997)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000301907
Common Names
- Megacarpus Boxwood
- Megacarpus Buxus
- Megacarpus Austrobuxus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Austrobuxus megacarpus (also called Megacarpus boxwood, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, oval leaves and produces small, white flowers. It typically grows in moist, well-drained soils in areas with partial shade exposure.
Uses & Benefits
Austrobuxus megacarpus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its leaves can be used to make a fragrant oil. It is also used as a culinary herb and for medicinal purposes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Austrobuxus megacarpus is a bright yellow, tubular flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin, green, and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Austrobuxus megacarpus is an evergreen shrub that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be propagated by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in spring and the cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall.
Where to Find Austrobuxus megacarpus
Austrobuxus megacarpus is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.
Austrobuxus megacarpus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Austrobuxus megacarpus?
Austrobuxus megacarpus
What is the common name of Austrobuxus megacarpus?
Megacarp Boxwood
What is the natural habitat of Austrobuxus megacarpus?
It is native to the Mediterranean region and grows in dry, rocky soils.
Species in the Austrobuxus genus
Austrobuxus alticola, Austrobuxus brevipes, Austrobuxus carunculatus, Austrobuxus clusiaceus, Austrobuxus cracens, Austrobuxus cuneatus, Austrobuxus ellipticus, Austrobuxus eugeniifolius, Austrobuxus horneanus, Austrobuxus huerlimannii, Austrobuxus mandjelicus, Austrobuxus megacarpus, Austrobuxus montis-do, Austrobuxus nitidus, Austrobuxus ovalis, Austrobuxus pauciflorus, Austrobuxus petiolaris, Austrobuxus rubiginosus, Austrobuxus swainii, Austrobuxus vieillardii, Austrobuxus dentatus, Austrobuxus celebicus,
Species in the Picrodendraceae family
Androstachys johnsonii, Aristogeitonia limoniifolia, Aristogeitonia lophirifolia, Aristogeitonia magnistipula, Aristogeitonia monophylla, Aristogeitonia perrieri, Aristogeitonia uapacifolia, Aristogeitonia gabonica, Austrobuxus alticola, Austrobuxus brevipes, Austrobuxus carunculatus, Austrobuxus clusiaceus, Austrobuxus cracens, Austrobuxus cuneatus, Austrobuxus ellipticus, Austrobuxus eugeniifolius, Austrobuxus horneanus, Austrobuxus huerlimannii, Austrobuxus mandjelicus, Austrobuxus megacarpus, Austrobuxus montis-do, Austrobuxus nitidus, Austrobuxus ovalis, Austrobuxus pauciflorus, Austrobuxus petiolaris, Austrobuxus rubiginosus, Austrobuxus swainii, Austrobuxus vieillardii, Austrobuxus dentatus, Austrobuxus celebicus, Choriceras majus, Choriceras tricorne, Dissiliaria baloghioides, Dissiliaria indistincta, Dissiliaria laxinervis, Dissiliaria muelleri, Dissiliaria surculosa, Dissiliaria tuckeri, Hyaenanche globosa, Kairothamnus phyllanthoides, Longetia buxoides, Micrantheum demissum, Micrantheum ericoides, Micrantheum hexandrum, Micrantheum serpentinum, Mischodon zeylanicus, Neoroepera banksii, Neoroepera buxifolia, Oldfieldia africana, Oldfieldia dactylophylla,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-18349: Based on the initial data import
Paul Irwin Forster (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.I.Forst.' in the authors string.