Myrtopsis macrocarpa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Schltr.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1906
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 39: 141 (1906)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000453241
Common Names
- Myrtopsis macrocarpa
- Large-fruited Myrtopsis
- Large-fruited Myrtopsis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Myrtopsis macrocarpa (also called Large-fruited Myrtopsis, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 10 m in height. It is native to South America, where it is found in wet montane forests. It is a shade-tolerant species and is often found in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Myrtopsis macrocarpa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Myrtopsis macrocarpa has small, white flowers with yellow stamens and a single seed in each fruit. The seedlings have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Myrtopsis macrocarpa can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, bright location.
Where to Find Myrtopsis macrocarpa
Myrtopsis macrocarpa is native to the Caribbean region.
Myrtopsis macrocarpa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Myrtopsis macrocarpa?
Myrtopsis macrocarpa
What is the common name of Myrtopsis macrocarpa?
Large-fruited Myrtopsis
What is the natural habitat of Myrtopsis macrocarpa?
Tropical and subtropical forests
Species in the Myrtopsis genus
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,
References
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:774456-1: Based on the initial data import