Status:
valid
Authors:
R.E.Fr.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1930
Citation Micro:
Acta Horti Berg. 10: 31 (1930)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000393893
Common Names
- Porcelia macrocarpa
- Macrocarpa Porcelia
- Macrocarpa Porcel
Description
Porcelia macrocarpa (also called Indian mast tree, among many other common names) is a species of flowering tree in the family Annonaceae. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. It grows in moist deciduous forests, evergreen forests, and wet areas.
Uses & Benefits
Porcelia macrocarpa is used as a medicinal plant and as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Porcelia macrocarpa has small, white, star-shaped flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have two cotyledons.
Cultivation and Propagation
Porcelia macrocarpa can be propagated by seeds or cuttings. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-drained potting mix and keep the soil moist. For cuttings, take a cutting from a mature plant and place it in a potting mix. Keep the soil moist and the cutting should root within a few weeks.
Where to Find Porcelia macrocarpa
Porcelia macrocarpa can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Porcelia macrocarpa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Porcelia macrocarpa?
Porcelia macrocarpa
What is the common name of Porcelia macrocarpa?
Large-fruited Porcelia
What is the natural habitat of Porcelia macrocarpa?
Tropical rainforests in South America
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Alphonsea keithii,
Alphonsea kinabaluensis,
Alphonsea kingii,
Alphonsea lucida,
Alphonsea lutea,
Alphonsea maingayi,
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Alphonsea mollis,
Alphonsea monogyna,
Alphonsea orthopetala,
Alphonsea ovata,
Alphonsea papuasica,
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Alphonsea siamensis,
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Alphonsea ventricosa,
Alphonsea zeylanica,
Alphonsea borneensis,
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