Status:
valid
Authors:
T.G.Hartley
Source:
cmp
Year:
1974
Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 55: 535 (1974)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000518839
Common Names
- Acronychia macrocalyx
- Macrocalyx Acronychia
- Macrocalyx Acronychia Plant
Description
Acronychia macrocalyx (also called Large-calyx Acronychia, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub with oval-shaped leaves and small, white flowers. It is native to Australia and is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Acronychia macrocalyx is a popular ornamental plant in many gardens. It is also used as a traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, colds, and stomach problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Acronychia macrocalyx is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, green and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Acronychia macrocalyx is a shrub or small tree that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from new growth and placed in a moist, well-drained soil mix. The plant prefers a sunny position and should be fertilized regularly.
Where to Find Acronychia macrocalyx
Acronychia macrocalyx is found in rainforest areas of Australia, New Zealand, and New Caledonia.
Acronychia macrocalyx FAQ
What is the scientific name of Acronychia macrocalyx?
Acronychia macrocalyx
What is the natural habitat of Acronychia macrocalyx?
Rainforests and wet sclerophyll forests
What is the growth habit of Acronychia macrocalyx?
Small tree or shrub
Species in the Acronychia genus
Acronychia richards-beehleri,
Acronychia aberrans,
Acronychia acidula,
Acronychia acronychioides,
Acronychia acuminata,
Acronychia arfakensis,
Acronychia baeuerlenii,
Acronychia brassii,
Acronychia carrii,
Acronychia cartilaginea,
Acronychia chooreechillum,
Acronychia crassipetala,
Acronychia cuspidata,
Acronychia dimorphocalyx,
Acronychia emarginata,
Acronychia eungellensis,
Acronychia foveata,
Acronychia glauca,
Acronychia goniocarpa,
Acronychia gurakorensis,
Acronychia imperforata,
Acronychia intermedia,
Acronychia kaindiensis,
Acronychia laevis,
Acronychia ledermannii,
Acronychia littoralis,
Acronychia macrocalyx,
Acronychia montana,
Acronychia murina,
Acronychia normanbiensis,
Acronychia oblongifolia,
Acronychia octandra,
Acronychia papuana,
Acronychia parviflora,
Acronychia pauciflora,
Acronychia pedunculata,
Acronychia pubescens,
Acronychia pullei,
Acronychia reticulata,
Acronychia rubescens,
Acronychia rugosa,
Acronychia schistacea,
Acronychia similaris,
Acronychia smithii,
Acronychia suberosa,
Acronychia trifoliolata,
Acronychia vestita,
Acronychia wabagensis,
Acronychia wilcoxiana,
Acronychia wisseliana,
Species in the Rutaceae family
Acmadenia alternifolia,
Acmadenia argillophila,
Acmadenia baileyensis,
Acmadenia bodkinii,
Acmadenia burchellii,
Acmadenia candida,
Acmadenia densifolia,
Acmadenia faucitincta,
Acmadenia flaccida,
Acmadenia fruticosa,
Acmadenia gracilis,
Acmadenia heterophylla,
Acmadenia kiwanensis,
Acmadenia latifolia,
Acmadenia laxa,
Acmadenia macradenia,
Acmadenia macropetala,
Acmadenia maculata,
Acmadenia matroosbergensis,
Acmadenia mundiana,
Acmadenia nivea,
Acmadenia nivenii,
Acmadenia obtusata,
Acmadenia patentifolia,
Acmadenia rourkeana,
Acmadenia rupicola,
Acmadenia sheilae,
Acmadenia tenax,
Acmadenia teretifolia,
Acmadenia tetracarpellata,
Acmadenia tetragona,
Acmadenia trigona,
Acmadenia tenax,
Acmadenia argillophila,
Acmadenia macradenia,
Acmadenia teretifolia,
Acmadenia wittebergensis,
Acradenia euodiiformis,
Acradenia frankliniae,
Acronychia richards-beehleri,
Acronychia aberrans,
Acronychia acidula,
Acronychia acronychioides,
Acronychia acuminata,
Acronychia arfakensis,
Acronychia baeuerlenii,
Acronychia brassii,
Acronychia carrii,
Acronychia cartilaginea,
Acronychia chooreechillum,