Phyllarthron megaphyllum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
megaphyllum
ID:
779927
Status:
valid
Authors:
Capuron
Source:
iplants
Year:
1960
Citation Micro:
Notul. Syst. (Paris) 16: 78 (1960)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000779260
Common Names
- Megaphyllum Phyllarthron
- Megaphyllum-Leaved Phyllarthron
- Megaphyllum-Flowered Phyllarthron
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Phyllarthron megaphyllum (also called Phyllarthron megaphyllum, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to tropical America. It has a rounded crown and its branches are covered with small, white, star-shaped hairs. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Phyllarthron megaphyllum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used as a hedge plant for its dense foliage.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Phyllarthron megaphyllum is white and has five petals. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have thin, dark green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Phyllarthron megaphyllum is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 m in height. It has leathery, dark green leaves and small, white flowers that bloom in spring. It is best grown in well-drained soil in a sunny position. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Phyllarthron megaphyllum
Phyllarthron megaphyllum can be found in Madagascar.
Phyllarthron megaphyllum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Phyllarthron megaphyllum?
Phyllarthron megaphyllum
What type of plant is Phyllarthron megaphyllum?
It is a shrub
Where is Phyllarthron megaphyllum found?
It is found in tropical Africa
Species in the Phyllarthron genus
Phyllarthron megapterum, Phyllarthron subumbellatum, Phyllarthron laxinervium, Phyllarthron multiflorum, Phyllarthron megaphyllum, Phyllarthron ilicifolium, Phyllarthron suarezense, Phyllarthron humblotianum, Phyllarthron comorense, Phyllarthron cauliflorum, Phyllarthron bojerianum, Phyllarthron bilabiatum, Phyllarthron bernierianum, Phyllarthron articulatum, Phyllarthron antongiliense, Phyllarthron nocturnum, Phyllarthron sahamalazensis, Phyllarthron vokoaninensis, Phyllarthron longipedunculatum,
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
René Paul Raymond Capuron (1921-1971): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Capuron' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:110350-1: 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].