Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
roseum
ID:
233235

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wedd.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1854

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 4, 1: 76 (1854)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000232566

Common Names

  • Macrocnemum roseum
  • Roseum Macrocnemum
  • Roseum Orchid

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Synonyms

  • Lasionema cinchonoides Wedd. [valid]
  • Lasionema glabrescens Benth. [valid]
  • Lasionema roseum D.Don [valid]
  • Macrocnemum cinchonoides Wedd. [valid]
  • Macrocnemum glabrescens Wedd. [valid]
  • Macrocnemum hirsutum Rusby [valid]
  • Macrocnemum pastoense H.Karst. [valid]
  • Macrocnemum pilosinervium Standl. [valid]
  • Macrocnemum sprucei Rusby [valid]
  • Cinchona fusca Ruiz ex Vell. [valid]
  • Cinchona fusca Ruiz ex Vitman [valid]
  • Cinchona rosea Ruiz & Pav. [valid]
  • Cinchona tarontaron Pav. [unknown]
  • Cinchona sprucei Rusby [unknown]
  • Cinchona tarantaron Pav. ex Lamb. [valid]

Description

Macrocnemum roseum (also called Rose Macrocnemum, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Mexico. It has an upright, spreading habit and grows to a height of up to 4 meters. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is often found in mountain forests and along riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Macrocnemum roseum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Macrocnemum roseum is a white or yellowish-white, with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Macrocnemum roseum is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Macrocnemum roseum

Macrocnemum roseum can be found in Central and South America, including Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Macrocnemum roseum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Macrocnemum roseum?

Macrocnemum roseum

What is the common name of Macrocnemum roseum?

Rosy Macrocnemum

What is the natural habitat of Macrocnemum roseum?

It is found in wet tropical forests of Central and South America

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