Uses & Benefits
Racopilum macrocarpum has been used as an ornamental plant, as a source of fiber, and as a food source.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Racopilum macrocarpum is a small, yellow-green, bell-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, triangular seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, narrow leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Racopilum macrocarpum can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, light soil mix, and kept moist. Division should be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into smaller sections and replanted in a well-drained, light soil mix.
Where to Find Racopilum macrocarpum
Racopilum macrocarpum can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, Africa, Asia, and Oceania.