Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
macrocarpa
ID:
569324

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cav.) B.Ståhl & Källersjö

Source:
cmp

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Novon 14: 117 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000568656

Common Names

  • Bonellia macrocarpa
  • Large-fruited Bonellia
  • Large-fruited Bonellia Vine

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Synonyms

  • Jacquinia macrocarpa Cav. [unknown]
  • Jacquinia aurantiaca W.T.Aiton [unknown]
  • Jacquinia leptopoda Lundell [unknown]
  • Jacquinia axillaris Oerst. [unknown]
  • Jacquinia liebmannii Mez [unknown]
  • Jacquinia racemosa A.DC. [unknown]
  • Jacquinia schiedeana Mez [unknown]
  • Jacquinia aurantiaca latifolia Mez [unknown]
  • Jacquinia macrocarpa macrocarpa [unknown]
  • Jacquinia cuneata Standl. [unknown]
  • Jacquinia arenicola Brandegee [unknown]
  • Jacquinia mexicana Regel [unknown]
  • Bonellia macrocarpa macrocarpa [unknown]

Description

Bonellia macrocarpa (also called Large-fruited Bonellia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, up to 10 m tall, with a single trunk and an open, spreading crown. It is native to Australia, where it is found in the Northern Territory, Queensland, and New South Wales. It grows in dry sclerophyll forests, woodlands, and heathlands.

Uses & Benefits

Bonellia macrocarpa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It has a high tolerance for drought and salt, making it a good choice for coastal gardens. It can also be used as a windbreak or for erosion control.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Bonellia macrocarpa sub. panamensis (Lundell) B.Ståhl & Källersjö
Bonellia macrocarpa sub. pungens (A.Gray) B.Ståhl & Källersjö

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bonellia macrocarpa has white flowers with yellow anthers and a sweet scent. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bonellia macrocarpa is a terrestrial orchid native to tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America. It can be propagated by division of the rhizomes or by seed. The rhizomes should be divided in the spring, and the divisions should be planted in a well-draining soil mix. The seed should be sown on a sterile, well-draining medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs. The seedlings should be transplanted to individual pots when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Bonellia macrocarpa

Bonellia macrocarpa is native to Mexico, Central America, and South America.

Bonellia macrocarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bonellia macrocarpa?

Bonellia macrocarpa

What is the common name of Bonellia macrocarpa?

Large-fruit Bonellia

What is the natural habitat of Bonellia macrocarpa?

Bonellia macrocarpa is found in dry rainforest and open forest in Australia.

Species in the Primulaceae family

Aegiceras corniculatum, Aegiceras floridum, Amblyanthopsis bhotanica, Amblyanthopsis membranacea, Amblyanthopsis philippinensis, Amblyanthus glandulosus, Amblyanthus multiflorus, Amblyanthus obovatus, Amblyanthus praetervisus, Androsace beringensis, Androsace idahoensis, Androsace adenocephala, Androsace adfinis, Androsace aflatunensis, Androsace aizoon, Androsace akbajtalensis, Androsace alaica, Androsace alaschanica, Androsace alaskana, Androsace albana, Androsace alchemilloides, Androsace alpina, Androsace americana, Androsace apus, Androsace aretioides, Androsace aretioides, Androsace argentea, Androsace armeniaca, Androsace axillaris, Androsace baltistanica, Androsace bidentata, Androsace bisulca, Androsace brachystegia, Androsace brahmaputrae, Androsace brevis, Androsace bryomorpha, Androsace bulleyana, Androsace bungeana, Androsace caduca, Androsace caespitosa, Androsace cernuiflora, Androsace chaixii, Androsace chamaejasme, Androsace ciliata, Androsace ciliifolia, Androsace constancei, Androsace coronata, Androsace cortusifolia, Androsace croftii, Androsace cuscutiformis,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2679378: Based on the initial data import
Mari Källersjö (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Källersjö' in the authors string.
Antonio José Cavanilles (1745-1804): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cav.' in the authors string.
Bertil Ståhl (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Ståhl' in the authors string.