Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Species:
macrocarpa
ID:
532110

Status:
valid

Authors:
Forero & A.H.Gentry

Source:
cmp

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 55: 365 (1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000531442

Common Names

  • Large-fruit Ampelocera
  • Large-fruit Ampelocissus
  • Large-fruit Vine

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Description

Ampelocera macrocarpa (also called Large-fruited Ampelocera, among many other common names) is a species of woody vine native to Central and South America. It is an evergreen vine, with leaves that are lanceolate to ovate in shape, and have entire margins. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Ampelocera macrocarpa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, stomach ache, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ampelocera macrocarpa has small, yellow flowers and small, round, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a rosette-like shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ampelocera macrocarpa is a perennial shrub that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by taking cuttings in late spring or early summer. It can also be propagated from seed, but it can take up to two years for the seeds to germinate.

Where to Find Ampelocera macrocarpa

Ampelocera macrocarpa is found in tropical rainforests in South America, particularly in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Ampelocera macrocarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ampelocera macrocarpa?

Ampelocera macrocarpa

What is the common name of Ampelocera macrocarpa?

Large-fruited Ampelocera

Where is Ampelocera macrocarpa found?

South America

Species in the Ulmaceae family

Ampelocera albertiae, Ampelocera cubensis, Ampelocera edentula, Ampelocera glabra, Ampelocera hottlei, Ampelocera longissima, Ampelocera macphersonii, Ampelocera macrocarpa, Ampelocera pubescens, Ampelocera ruizii, Ampelocera verrucosa, Chaetachme aristata, Hemiptelea davidii, Holoptelea grandis, Holoptelea integrifolia, Phyllostylon rhamnoides, Planera aquatica, Ulmus minor, Ulmus mexicana, Ulmus lesueurii, Ulmus laevis, Ulmus glabra, Ulmus elliptica, Ulmus hollandica, Ulmus uyematsui, Ulmus rubra, Ulmus pumila, Ulmus thomasii, Ulmus brandisiana, Ulmus androssowii, Ulmus canescens, Ulmus americana, Ulmus alata, Ulmus davidiana, Ulmus glaucescens, Ulmus parvifolia, Ulmus serotina, Ulmus crassifolia, Ulmus laciniata, Ulmus macrocarpa, Ulmus castaneifolia, Ulmus bergmanniana, Ulmus changii, Ulmus elongata, Ulmus gaussenii, Ulmus lamellosa, Ulmus kunmingensis, Ulmus harbinensis, Ulmus pseudopropinqua, Ulmus chenmoui,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2634294: Based on the initial data import
Alwyn Howard Gentry (1945-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.H.Gentry' in the authors string.
Enrique Forero Gonzales (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Forero' in the authors string.