Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
macroptera
ID:
337019

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Miq.) Tirveng.

Source:
wcs

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Biogeographica (The Hague) 79: 36 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000336351

Common Names

  • Porterandia macroptera
  • Macroptera Porterandia
  • Macroptera Porterandia Plant

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Synonyms

  • Gardenia anisophylla macroptera (Miq.) Valeton [valid]
  • Porterandia anisophylla macroptera (Miq.) Masam. [valid]
  • Gardenia affinis Valeton [valid]
  • Gardenia macroptera Miq. [valid]

Description

Porterandia macroptera (also called large-winged porterandia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 meters tall. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical dry forests, tropical and subtropical moist forests, and tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Porterandia macroptera has been used for its medicinal properties, such as for treating skin diseases and as a diuretic. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Porterandia macroptera are small, yellow-green, and have four petals. The seeds are small, winged, and brown. The seedlings are thin and have narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Porterandia macroptera is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 m tall. It is native to tropical Africa and Madagascar. Propagation is usually done by seed, although cuttings can also be used. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and allowed to root in a warm, humid environment. Once rooted, the cuttings can be transplanted into the garden.

Where to Find Porterandia macroptera

Porterandia macroptera is native to tropical Africa. It can be found in Benin, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Congo, Ethiopia, Gabon, Ghana, Kenya, Liberia, Nigeria, Rwanda, Sierra Leone, South Sudan, Tanzania, Togo, Uganda, and Zambia.

Porterandia macroptera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Porterandia macroptera?

Porterandia macroptera

What is the common name of Porterandia macroptera?

Macroptera Porterandia

Where is Porterandia macroptera native to?

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-216710: Based on the initial data import
Friedrich Anton Wilhelm Miquel (1811-1871): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Miq.' in the authors string.
Deva D. Tirvengadum (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tirveng.' in the authors string.