Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
macrophyllum
ID:
314233

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Müll.Arg.) Zarucchi

Source:
wcs

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Agric. Univ. Wageningen Pap. 87(1): 58 (1987 publ. 1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000313565



Common Names

  • Spongiosperma Macrophyllum
  • Large-leaved Spongiosperma
  • Large-leaved Spongiosperma


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Synonyms

  • Molongum macrophyllum (Müll.Arg.) Pichon [unknown]
  • Rhigospira venulosa Miers [unknown]
  • Ambelania lopezii Woodson in R.E.Schult. [unknown]
  • Ambelania macrophylla Müll.Arg. [unknown]

Description

Spongiosperma macrophyllum (also called 'Large-Leaved Spongiosperma', among many other common names) is a shrub native to Africa. It has small white flowers and grows in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Spongiosperma macrophyllum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a shade tree in parks. It is also used for timber and fuelwood.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Spongiosperma macrophyllum is white, with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round capsule. The seedlings are small, with a single leaf and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Spongiosperma macrophyllum is a terrestrial orchid native to Africa. It is hardy to USDA zones 8-10 and prefers full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The seeds should be sown on a sterile, well-drained medium and kept moist. Division should be done in the spring or early summer.

Where to Find Spongiosperma macrophyllum

Spongiosperma macrophyllum can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa and Asia.

Spongiosperma macrophyllum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Spongiosperma macrophyllum?

Spongiosperma macrophyllum

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Large-leaved Spongiosperma

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Asteraceae

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-194648: Based on the initial data import
Johannes Müller Argoviensis (1828-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Müll.Arg.' in the authors string.
James Lee Zarucchi (1952-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zarucchi' in the authors string.