Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Species:
macrocarpa
ID:
508518

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Burck) Y.C.F.Su & R.M.K.Saunders

Source:
ksu

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. Monogr. 79: 107 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000507850



Common Names

  • Pseuduvaria macrocarpa
  • Large-Fruited Pseuduvaria
  • Big-Fruited Pseuduvaria


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Description

Pseuduvaria macrocarpa (also called 'Large-Fruited Cucumber Tree', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Annonaceae family. It is native to Southeast Asia, and is found in tropical and subtropical forests. It is a small tree, growing up to 10 meters in height, with dark green, glossy leaves and small yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Pseuduvaria macrocarpa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for medicinal purposes, as a food source, and as a source of timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pseuduvaria macrocarpa is white or pinkish-white, with five petals and five sepals. The seed is a small, round, black seed with a white fleshy coating. The seedlings are small and have a white fleshy coating.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pseuduvaria macrocarpa is a small evergreen shrub native to tropical regions of Southeast Asia. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F). It is best to water the plant deeply and infrequently, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

Where to Find Pseuduvaria macrocarpa

Pseuduvaria macrocarpa is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia.

Pseuduvaria macrocarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pseuduvaria macrocarpa?

Pseuduvaria macrocarpa

What is the common name of Pseuduvaria macrocarpa?

Macrocarpa Pseuduvaria

What type of plant is Pseuduvaria macrocarpa?

Tree

Species in the Pseuduvaria genus

Pseuduvaria monticola, Pseuduvaria unguiculata, Pseuduvaria taipingensis, Pseuduvaria reticulata, Pseuduvaria philippinensis, Pseuduvaria pamattonis, Pseuduvaria oxycarpa, Pseuduvaria nova-guineensis, Pseuduvaria multiovulata, Pseuduvaria sessilifolia, Pseuduvaria mollis, Pseuduvaria macgregorii, Pseuduvaria luzoniensis, Pseuduvaria lignocarpa, Pseuduvaria grandifolia, Pseuduvaria cerina, Pseuduvaria calliura, Pseuduvaria galeata, Pseuduvaria megalopus, Pseuduvaria acerosa, Pseuduvaria borneensis, Pseuduvaria brachyantha, Pseuduvaria bruneiensis, Pseuduvaria clemensiae, Pseuduvaria coriacea, Pseuduvaria cymosa, Pseuduvaria glabrescens, Pseuduvaria kingiana, Pseuduvaria macrocarpa, Pseuduvaria mindorensis, Pseuduvaria obliqua, Pseuduvaria parvipetala, Pseuduvaria sessilicarpa, Pseuduvaria subcordata, Pseuduvaria glossopetala, Pseuduvaria gardneri, Pseuduvaria fragrans, Pseuduvaria phuyensis, Pseuduvaria hyadena, Pseuduvaria trimera, Pseuduvaria froggattii, Pseuduvaria rugosa, Pseuduvaria macrophylla, Pseuduvaria prainii, Pseuduvaria aurantiaca, Pseuduvaria hylandii, Pseuduvaria mulgraveana, Pseuduvaria villosa, Pseuduvaria dielsiana, Pseuduvaria costata,

Species in the Annonaceae family

Afroguatteria bequaertii, Afroguatteria globosa, Afroguatteria discostigma, Alphonsea boniana, Alphonsea curtisii, Alphonsea cylindrica, Alphonsea elliptica, Alphonsea gaudichaudiana, Alphonsea hainanensis, Alphonsea havilandii, Alphonsea hortensis, Alphonsea javanica, Alphonsea johorensis, Alphonsea keithii, Alphonsea kinabaluensis, Alphonsea kingii, Alphonsea lucida, Alphonsea lutea, Alphonsea maingayi, Alphonsea malayana, Alphonsea mollis, Alphonsea monogyna, Alphonsea orthopetala, Alphonsea ovata, Alphonsea papuasica, Alphonsea philastreana, Alphonsea siamensis, Alphonsea sonlaensis, Alphonsea stenogyna, Alphonsea tonquinensis, Alphonsea tsangyanensis, Alphonsea ventricosa, Alphonsea zeylanica, Alphonsea borneensis, Alphonsea rugosa, Alphonsea glandulosa, Alphonsea pallida, Alphonsea annulata, Alphonsea isthmicola, Alphonsea longicarpa, Alphonsea phuwuaensis, Ambavia capuronii, Ambavia gerrardii, Anaxagorea acuminata, Anaxagorea allenii, Anaxagorea angustifolia, Anaxagorea borneensis, Anaxagorea brachycarpa, Anaxagorea brevipedicellata, Anaxagorea brevipes,

References

William Burck (1848-1910): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Burck' in the authors string.
Richard M. K. Saunders (b.1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.K.Saunders' in the authors string.
Yvonne C.F. Su: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.C.F.Su' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77076779-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.