Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
macrocarpa
ID:
250116

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bedd.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1874

Citation Micro:
Fl. Sylv. S. India : cxxxiv-2 (1874)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000249448

Common Names

  • Nargedia macrocarpa
  • Macrocarpa Nargedia
  • Macrocarpa Tree

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Synonyms

  • Hyptianthera macrocarpa Thwaites [valid]

Description

Nargedia macrocarpa (also called Large-Fruited Nargedia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to India. It grows up to 4 feet tall and has oval, pointed leaves that are green in color. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions, in open forests, grasslands, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Nargedia macrocarpa is used as a medicinal plant and is also used as a source of timber for construction and furniture making.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Nargedia macrocarpa has small, yellow flowers, and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nargedia macrocarpa is a small, evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood shoots in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Nargedia macrocarpa

Nargedia macrocarpa can be found in tropical Africa, from Senegal to Ethiopia and south to Angola and Mozambique.

Nargedia macrocarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nargedia macrocarpa?

Nargedia macrocarpa

What is the common name of Nargedia macrocarpa?

Nargedia

What is the family of Nargedia macrocarpa?

Arecaceae

Species in the Nargedia genus

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,

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