Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
megalocarpon
ID:
291780

Status:
valid

Authors:
Müll.Arg.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1860

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 30: 400 (1860)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000291112



Common Names

  • Megalocarpon
  • Giant-Fruited Aspidosperma
  • Giant-Fruited Peroba


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Synonyms

  • Macaglia megalocarpa Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Aspidosperma megalocarpon (also called Pau-marfim, among many other common names) is a species of flowering tree in the Apocynaceae family. It is native to South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests. It is a medium-sized tree, growing up to 20 m tall, with a trunk up to 50 cm in diameter.

Uses & Benefits

Aspidosperma megalocarpon is a species of tree that is commonly used for timber, firewood, and landscaping. It is also used to make furniture and other wood products.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Aspidosperma megalocarpon sub. curranii (Standl.) Marc.-Ferr.
Aspidosperma megalocarpon sub. megalocarpon

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aspidosperma megalocarpon is a small white-green flower with five petals. The seed is a large, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aspidosperma megalocarpon is a medium-sized evergreen tree that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and is drought tolerant once established. Propagation is typically done by seed, which should be planted in the fall or early spring. The seed should be stratified prior to planting for best results.

Where to Find Aspidosperma megalocarpon

Aspidosperma megalocarpon is native to South America and can be found in the countries of Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, French Guiana, Guyana, Peru, Suriname, and Venezuela.

Aspidosperma megalocarpon FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aspidosperma megalocarpon?

Aspidosperma megalocarpon

What is the native range of Aspidosperma megalocarpon?

Central and South America

What is the typical height of Aspidosperma megalocarpon?

Up to 30 meters

Species in the Aspidosperma genus

Aspidosperma album, Aspidosperma araracanga, Aspidosperma auriculatum, Aspidosperma australe, Aspidosperma camporum, Aspidosperma capitatum, Aspidosperma carapanauba, Aspidosperma cuspa, Aspidosperma cylindrocarpon, Aspidosperma darienense, Aspidosperma decussatum, Aspidosperma desmanthum, Aspidosperma discolor, Aspidosperma dispermum, Aspidosperma eburneum, Aspidosperma eteanum, Aspidosperma excelsum, Aspidosperma fendleri, Aspidosperma formosanum, Aspidosperma gehrtii, Aspidosperma glaucum, Aspidosperma helstonei, Aspidosperma illustre, Aspidosperma inundatum, Aspidosperma leucocymosum, Aspidosperma limae, Aspidosperma macrocarpon, Aspidosperma macrophyllum, Aspidosperma megalocarpon, Aspidosperma megaphyllum, Aspidosperma multiflorum, Aspidosperma myristicifolium, Aspidosperma nanum, Aspidosperma neblinae, Aspidosperma nemorale, Aspidosperma nigricans, Aspidosperma nobile, Aspidosperma oblongum, Aspidosperma obscurinervium, Aspidosperma olivaceum, Aspidosperma pachypterum, Aspidosperma parvifolium, Aspidosperma pichonianum, Aspidosperma polyneuron, Aspidosperma pyricollum, Aspidosperma pyrifolium, Aspidosperma quebracho-blanco, Aspidosperma quirandy, Aspidosperma ramiflorum, Aspidosperma reductum,

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

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