Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
macrophylla
ID:
781610

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Seem.) Miers ex Baill.

Source:
iplants

Year:
1882

Citation Micro:
Rev. Hort. (Paris) 54: 465 (1882)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000780943

Common Names

  • Large-Leaf Tree Cactus
  • Macrophylla Tree Cactus
  • Amphitecna Macrophylla

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Description

Amphitecna macrophylla (also called Large-leaved amphitecna, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 3 meters tall. It is native to Mexico and Central America and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Amphitecna macrophylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin conditions, fever, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Amphitecna macrophylla is a white or yellowish-white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed of Amphitecna macrophylla is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings of Amphitecna macrophylla are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Amphitecna macrophylla can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Cuttings should be taken from mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods require bright, indirect light and regular watering.

Where to Find Amphitecna macrophylla

Amphitecna macrophylla is native to Mexico and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Amphitecna macrophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Amphitecna macrophylla?

Amphitecna macrophylla

What is the common name of Amphitecna macrophylla?

Large-leaved Amphitecna

What type of plant is Amphitecna macrophylla?

Shrub

Species in the Bignoniaceae family

Adenocalymma neoflavidum, Adenocalymma pseudopatulum, Adenocalymma acutissimum, Adenocalymma apparicianum, Adenocalymma apurense, Adenocalymma arthropetiolatum, Adenocalymma bracteatum, Adenocalymma bracteolatum, Adenocalymma bullatum, Adenocalymma calderonii, Adenocalymma chocoense, Adenocalymma coriaceum, Adenocalymma cymbalum, Adenocalymma dichilum, Adenocalymma divaricatum, Adenocalymma dugandii, Adenocalymma dusenii, Adenocalymma flavum, Adenocalymma fruticosum, Adenocalymma gracielzae, Adenocalymma hatschbachii, Adenocalymma heterophyllum, Adenocalymma hirtum, Adenocalymma hypostictum, Adenocalymma impressum, Adenocalymma inundatum, Adenocalymma macrophyllum, Adenocalymma magdalenense, Adenocalymma magnificum, Adenocalymma marginatum, Adenocalymma nervosum, Adenocalymma paulistarum, Adenocalymma prancei, Adenocalymma salmoneum, Adenocalymma saulense, Adenocalymma scabriusculum, Adenocalymma scansile, Adenocalymma sousae, Adenocalymma subincanum, Adenocalymma subsessilifolium, Adenocalymma subspicatum, Adenocalymma tephrinocalyx, Adenocalymma ternatum, Adenocalymma trifoliatum, Adenocalymma ubatubense, Adenocalymma uleanum, Adenocalymma cladotrichum, Adenocalymma reticulatum, Adenocalymma velutinum, Adenocalymma adenophorum,

References

Henri Ernest Baillon (1827-1895): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baill.' in the authors string.
John Miers (1789-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Miers' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:108219-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].