Capirona macrophylla - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Poepp.) Delprete
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2020
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 443(1): 102. 2020
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000021589
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Capirona macrophylla (also called Large-leaved Capirona, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to the Amazon rainforest. It is found in moist, shady soils, as well as in open woodlands and tropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Capirona macrophylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, including fever, headache, and sore throat.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Capirona macrophylla has large, white flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small, black and have a smooth surface. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Capirona macrophylla is a tropical tree native to the Amazon rainforest. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature branches and planted in a moist soil mix. Both seeds and cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.
Where to Find Capirona macrophylla
Capirona macrophylla is native to Peru and can be found in the Amazon rainforest.
Capirona macrophylla FAQ
What is the scientific name of Capirona macrophylla?
Capirona macrophylla
What is the common name of Capirona macrophylla?
Large-leaved Capirona
What is the natural habitat of Capirona macrophylla?
Tropical rainforests
Species in the Capirona genus
Species in the Rubiaceae family
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