Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
macrocarpa
ID:
371862

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Nees) Das

Source:
ksu

Year:
1939

Citation Micro:
Fl. Assam 3: 447 (1939)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000371194



Common Names

  • Mackaya Macrocarpa
  • Large-Fruited Mackaya
  • Mackaya Large-Fruited


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Description

Mackaya macrocarpa (also called Large-Fruited Mackaya, among many other common names) is a species of shrub in the family Ericaceae. It is native to India, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka. It is found in tropical and subtropical climates, in moist and dry deciduous forests, and in moist and dry evergreen forests.

Uses & Benefits

Mackaya macrocarpa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mackaya macrocarpa has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have narrow, linear leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mackaya macrocarpa is a tropical evergreen tree native to Africa. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and rooted in a moist soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and moderate water.

Where to Find Mackaya macrocarpa

Mackaya macrocarpa can be found in tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Mackaya macrocarpa FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Mackaya macrocarpa?

Mackaya macrocarpa is found in tropical rainforests in Southeast Asia.

What are the uses of Mackaya macrocarpa?

Mackaya macrocarpa is used as a medicinal plant and for ornamental purposes.

What is the scientific name of Mackaya macrocarpa?

The scientific name of Mackaya macrocarpa is Mackaya macrocarpa.

Species in the Acanthaceae family

Acanthopale macrocarpa, Acanthopale confertiflora, Acanthopale decempedalis, Acanthopale laxiflora, Acanthopale madagascariensis, Acanthopale pubescens, Acanthopale aethiogermanica, Acanthopale breviceps, Acanthopale cuneifolia, Acanthopale ramiflora, Acanthopale perrieri, Acanthopale humblotii, Acanthopsis carduifolia, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis glauca, Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana, Acanthopsis horrida, Acanthopsis scullyi, Acanthopsis spathularis, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis tuba, Acanthopsis ludoviciana, Acanthopsis adamanticola, Acanthopsis dispermoides, Acanthopsis erosa, Acanthopsis dregeana, Acanthopsis tetragona, Acanthopsis glandulopalmata, Acanthopsis insueta, Acanthopsis nitida, Acanthopsis pagodiformis, Acanthopsis glabra, Acanthopsis villosa, Acanthus austromontanus, Acanthus greuterianus, Acanthus kulalensis, Acanthus arboreus, Acanthus carduaceus, Acanthus caroli-alexandri, Acanthus caudatus, Acanthus dioscoridis, Acanthus ebracteatus, Acanthus eminens, Acanthus flexicaulis, Acanthus gaed, Acanthus guineensis, Acanthus hirsutus, Acanthus hungaricus, Acanthus ilicifolius, Acanthus latisepalus,

References

Christian Gottfried Daniel Nees von Esenbeck (1776-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nees' in the authors string.
Atulananda Das (1879-1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Das' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:52246-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.