Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
macropoda
ID:
684343

Status:
valid

Authors:
(K.Krause) H.J.Lam

Source:
wcs

Year:
1932

Citation Micro:
Nova Guinea 14: 554 (1932)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000683676

Common Names

  • Macropod Burckella
  • Macropod Burckella Plant
  • Macropod Burckella Flower

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Description

Burckella macropoda (also called Large-footed burckella, among many other common names) is a small shrub, growing up to 2 m tall. It is native to Australia and is found in dry, rocky areas. It has small, white flowers and small, oval-shaped leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Burckella macropoda is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower for bouquets. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Burckella macropoda is white and has four petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Burckella macropoda is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division. The plant can be divided in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Burckella macropoda

Burckella macropoda can be found in Australia.

Burckella macropoda FAQ

What is the scientific name of Burckella macropoda?

Burckella macropoda

What are the common names of Burckella macropoda?

Large-footed watercress

What is the growth habit of Burckella macropoda?

Burckella macropoda is an aquatic perennial herb

Species in the Sapotaceae family

Afrosersalisia rwandensis, Amorphospermum antilogum, Argania spinosa, Aubregrinia taiensis, Aulandra beccarii, Aulandra cauliflora, Aulandra longifolia, Autranella congolensis, Baillonella toxisperma, Beccariella balansana, Beccariella crebrifolia, Beccariella lasiantha, Beccariella novocaledonica, Beccariella xerocarpa, Beccariella brownlessiana, Boerlagella spectabilis, Breviea sericea, Burckella banikiensis, Burckella erythrophylla, Burckella fijiensis, Burckella hillii, Burckella macropoda, Burckella magusum, Burckella obovata, Burckella parvifolia, Burckella polymera, Burckella poolei, Burckella richii, Burckella sorei, Burckella thurstonii, Capurodendron androyense, Capurodendron ankaranense, Capurodendron antongiliense, Capurodendron apollonioides, Capurodendron bakeri, Capurodendron costatum, Capurodendron delphinense, Capurodendron gracilifolium, Capurodendron greveanum, Capurodendron ludiifolium, Capurodendron madagascariense, Capurodendron mandrarense, Capurodendron microphyllum, Capurodendron nodosum, Capurodendron perrieri, Capurodendron pervillei, Capurodendron pseudoterminalia, Capurodendron rubrocostatum, Capurodendron rufescens, Capurodendron sakalavum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-28055: Based on the initial data import
Herman Johannes Lam (1892-1977): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.J.Lam' in the authors string.
Kurt Krause (1883-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Krause' in the authors string.