Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
macrophylla
ID:
250816

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Roxb.) Bosser

Source:
wcs

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Bull. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat., B, Adansonia 6: 248 (1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000250148

Common Names

  • Neolamarckia macrophylla
  • Macrophylla Neolamarckia
  • Macrophylla Neolamarckia Tree

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Synonyms

  • Anthocephalus macrophyllus Havil. [valid]
  • Nauclea elegans Teijsm. & Binn. ex Hassk. [valid]
  • Nauclea macrophylla Roxb. [valid]
  • Bancalus macrophyllus Kuntze [valid]
  • Nauclea macrophylla Blume [unknown]

Description

Neolamarckia macrophylla (also called Large-leaved Neolamarckia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Southeast Asia. It has a spreading habit and white flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Neolamarckia macrophylla is used as a medicinal plant for treating fever, cough, and colds. It is also used as an ornamental plant for its attractive flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Neolamarckia macrophylla has small, yellow flowers with a red center. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Neolamarckia macrophylla is an evergreen shrub that grows best in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained, sandy soils and is drought tolerant. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Neolamarckia macrophylla

Neolamarckia macrophylla is a species of plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is found in India, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia, and the Philippines.

Neolamarckia macrophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Neolamarckia macrophylla?

Neolamarckia macrophylla

What are the common names of Neolamarckia macrophylla?

No common names

What is the growth habit of Neolamarckia macrophylla?

It is a medium-sized tree

Species in the Neolamarckia 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-133820: Based on the initial data import
William Roxburgh (1751-1815): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Roxb.' in the authors string.
Jean Marie Bosser (1922-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bosser' in the authors string.