Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
megistosperma
ID:
1267074

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bonifaz & Cornejo

Source:
tro

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Fl. Ecuador 69: 12 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001266412

Common Names

  • Bigseed panopsis
  • Bigseed false-cypress
  • Bigseed podocarpus

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Description

Panopsis megistosperma (also called 'Large-seeded Panopsis', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America. It has small, leathery leaves and small yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Panopsis megistosperma is used as an ornamental plant, for its medicinal properties, and as a source of natural dyes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Panopsis megistosperma has small, white flowers with four petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Panopsis megistosperma is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It can be propagated from cuttings and grown in full sun or partial shade. The plant prefers well-drained soil and should be watered regularly. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer in spring and summer.

Where to Find Panopsis megistosperma

Panopsis megistosperma is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina.

Panopsis megistosperma FAQ

What is the scientific name of Panopsis megistosperma?

Panopsis megistosperma

What is the common name of Panopsis megistosperma?

Megastospermic Panopsis

What is the natural habitat of Panopsis megistosperma?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

Species in the Proteaceae family

Acidonia microcarpa, Adenanthos acanthophyllus, Adenanthos apiculatus, Adenanthos argyreus, Adenanthos barbigerus, Adenanthos cacomorphus, Adenanthos cuneatus, Adenanthos cunninghamii, Adenanthos cygnorum, Adenanthos detmoldii, Adenanthos dobagii, Adenanthos dobsonii, Adenanthos drummondii, Adenanthos ellipticus, Adenanthos eyrei, Adenanthos filifolius, Adenanthos flavidiflorus, Adenanthos forrestii, Adenanthos glabrescens, Adenanthos gracilipes, Adenanthos ileticos, Adenanthos intermedius, Adenanthos intricatus, Adenanthos labillardierei, Adenanthos linearis, Adenanthos macropodianus, Adenanthos meisneri, Adenanthos obovatus, Adenanthos oreophilus, Adenanthos pamelus, Adenanthos pungens, Adenanthos sericeus, Adenanthos strictus, Adenanthos teges, Adenanthos terminalis, Adenanthos velutinus, Adenanthos venosus, Agastachys odorata, Alloxylon brachycarpum, Alloxylon flammeum, Alloxylon pinnatum, Alloxylon wickhamii, Athertonia diversifolia, Aulax cancellata, Aulax pallasia, Aulax umbellata, Austromuellera trinervia, Austromuellera valida, Banksia acanthopoda, Banksia acuminata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50222047: Based on the initial data import
Xavier Cornejo (b.1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cornejo' in the authors string.
Carmen Bonifaz: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bonifaz' in the authors string.