Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Species:
macrophylla
ID:
618230

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.Riley

Source:
cmp

Year:
1923

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1923: 175 (1923)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000617562



Common Names

  • Comocladia Macrophylla
  • Macrophylla Comocladia
  • Comocladia


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Synonyms

  • Comocladia engleriana integra Loes. [unknown]
  • Rhus macrophylla Hook. & Arn. [unknown]

Description

Comocladia macrophylla (also called Large-leaved Boxwood, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to the Caribbean region and is found in dry forests, scrublands, and disturbed areas. It has leathery leaves with toothed margins and small white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Comocladia macrophylla is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating fever, malaria, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Comocladia macrophylla has small white flowers, with four petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and green, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Comocladia macrophylla is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is best to water the plant deeply and then allow the soil to dry out before watering again. Fertilize the plant with a balanced fertilizer every few weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Comocladia macrophylla

Comocladia macrophylla is native to tropical America.

Comocladia macrophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Comocladia macrophylla?

Comocladia macrophylla

What is the common name of Comocladia macrophylla?

Large-leaved Comocladia

What is the natural habitat of Comocladia macrophylla?

It is found in wet forests, thickets, and mangrove swamps in the Caribbean region.

Species in the Anacardiaceae family

Abrahamia buxifolia, Abrahamia thouvenotii, Abrahamia littoralis, Abrahamia latifolia, Abrahamia minutifolia, Abrahamia ditimena, Abrahamia betamponensis, Abrahamia capuronii, Abrahamia delphinensis, Abrahamia ellipticarpa, Abrahamia elongata, Abrahamia itromoensis, Abrahamia turkii, Abrahamia deflexa, Abrahamia grandidieri, Abrahamia humbertii, Abrahamia ibityensis, Abrahamia lecomtei, Abrahamia lenticellata, Abrahamia lokobensis, Abrahamia longipetiolata, Abrahamia louvelii, Abrahamia nitida, Abrahamia oblongifolia, Abrahamia pauciflora, Abrahamia phillipsonii, Abrahamia sambiranensis, Abrahamia sericea, Abrahamia suarezensis, Abrahamia viguieri, Abrahamia revoluta, Abrahamia antongilensis, Abrahamia darainensis, Abrahamia patrickii, Actinocheita filicina, Allospondias lakonensis, Allospondias laxiflora, Amphipterygium simplicifolium, Amphipterygium adstringens, Amphipterygium amplifolium, Amphipterygium glaucum, Amphipterygium molle, Anacardium amapaense, Anacardium amilcarianum, Anacardium brasiliense, Anacardium caracolii, Anacardium corymbosum, Anacardium curatellifolium, Anacardium excelsum, Anacardium fruticosum,