Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
macrantha
ID:
625018

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.Schum. ex Markgr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1924

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 20: 120 (1924)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000624350

Common Names

  • Rauvolfia macrantha
  • Large-flowered Rauvolfia
  • Large Rauvolfia

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Synonyms

  • Rauvolfia amazonica Markgr. [unknown]

Description

Rauvolfia macrantha (also called 'Large-Flowered Devil's-Root', among many other common names) is a low-growing, herbaceous perennial plant native to tropical regions of Asia. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and small, white flowers. It typically grows in moist, shady areas such as woodlands and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Rauvolfia macrantha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used medicinally to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Rauvolfia macrantha is white with a yellow center. The seed is small and round with a light brown color. The seedlings are small and thin with a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rauvolfia macrantha is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a sunny position and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Rauvolfia macrantha

Rauvolfia macrantha is native to Central and South America.

Rauvolfia macrantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rauvolfia macrantha?

Rauvolfia macrantha

What is the common name of Rauvolfia macrantha?

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What is the family of Rauvolfia macrantha?

Apocynaceae

Species in the Rauvolfia genus

Rauvolfia amsoniifolia, Rauvolfia andina, Rauvolfia aphlebia, Rauvolfia bahiensis, Rauvolfia balansae, Rauvolfia biauriculata, Rauvolfia caffra, Rauvolfia cambodiana, Rauvolfia capuronii, Rauvolfia chaudocensis, Rauvolfia cubana, Rauvolfia decurva, Rauvolfia dichotoma, Rauvolfia grandiflora, Rauvolfia hookeri, Rauvolfia insularis, Rauvolfia ivanovii, Rauvolfia javanica, Rauvolfia kamarora, Rauvolfia leptophylla, Rauvolfia letouzeyi, Rauvolfia ligustrina, Rauvolfia linearifolia, Rauvolfia littoralis, Rauvolfia mannii, Rauvolfia mattfeldiana, Rauvolfia maxima, Rauvolfia media, Rauvolfia micrantha, Rauvolfia microcarpa, Rauvolfia moluccana, Rauvolfia mombasiana, Rauvolfia moricandii, Rauvolfia nana, Rauvolfia nitida, Rauvolfia obtusiflora, Rauvolfia oligantha, Rauvolfia pachyphylla, Rauvolfia paraensis, Rauvolfia paucifolia, Rauvolfia pentaphylla, Rauvolfia polyphylla, Rauvolfia praecox, Rauvolfia purpurascens, Rauvolfia rhonhofiae, Rauvolfia rivularis, Rauvolfia rostrata, Rauvolfia sachetiae, Rauvolfia salicifolia, Rauvolfia sanctorum,

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-274079: Based on the initial data import
Karl Moritz Schumann (1851-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Schum.' in the authors string.
Friedrich Markgraf (1897-1987): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Markgr.' in the authors string.