Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
erythrocarpa
ID:
336934

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Standl.) Borhidi

Source:
wcs

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Hung. 46: 30 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000336266

Common Names

  • Machaonia Erythrocarpa
  • Red-Fruited Machaonia
  • Machaonia Flower

Searching for Machaonia erythrocarpa? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Synonyms

  • Allenanthus erythrocarpus Standl. in Woodson & Schery [valid]

Description

Machaonia erythrocarpa (also called 'Erythrocarpa Machaonia', among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 5 meters in height. It is native to Guatemala, and it typically grows in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Machaonia erythrocarpa is a medicinal plant used to treat various ailments, such as fever, headaches, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Machaonia erythrocarpa sub. hondurensis (Standl.) Borhidi
Machaonia erythrocarpa sub. parvifolia (L.O.Williams) Borhidi
Machaonia erythrocarpa sub. erythrocarpa

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Machaonia erythrocarpa is a white to pale pink, tubular flower with a yellow throat. The seed is a small, black, shiny, hard seed. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.

Searching for Machaonia erythrocarpa? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Machaonia erythrocarpa is a tropical shrub that is native to Central America. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is best done by cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and should be planted in moist, well-drained soil. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, moist location and should be kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Machaonia erythrocarpa

Machaonia erythrocarpa is native to Central America and can be found in tropical rainforests.

Machaonia erythrocarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Machaonia erythrocarpa?

Machaonia erythrocarpa

Where does Machaonia erythrocarpa grow?

It grows in the rainforests of Sumatra, Indonesia.

What is the natural habitat of Machaonia erythrocarpa?

It grows in the tropical rainforest of Sumatra, Indonesia.

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-216631: Based on the initial data import
Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.
Attila Borhidi (b.1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Borhidi' in the authors string.