Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Boraginales
Species:
macrocarpum
ID:
1409360

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Zakirov) Kaz.Osaloo & Saadati

Source:
ipni

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot. 30(1): 110. 2017 [31 May 2017]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001421825





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Description

Pseudoheterocaryum macrocarpum (also called Macrocarpum False-Caryum, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to tropical regions of Africa. It has a single stem and a rounded crown. It grows in a variety of habitats including grasslands, savannas and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Pseudoheterocaryum macrocarpum is used as an ornamental plant, as a source of food, and for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pseudoheterocaryum macrocarpum is small and white, with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and green, with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pseudoheterocaryum macrocarpum can be propagated from seed or from cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring and cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall. The soil should be well-draining and the plant should be grown in full sun. It is also important to water the plant regularly and to fertilize it every few weeks.

Where to Find Pseudoheterocaryum macrocarpum

Pseudoheterocaryum macrocarpum is native to tropical Africa.

Pseudoheterocaryum macrocarpum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pseudoheterocaryum macrocarpum?

Pseudoheterocaryum macrocarpum

What is the common name of Pseudoheterocaryum macrocarpum?

Large-fruited False Walnut

What is the natural habitat of Pseudoheterocaryum macrocarpum?

Dry forests and scrublands

Species in the Boraginaceae family

Actinocarya acaulis, Actinocarya tibetica, Adelocaryum coelestinum, Adelocaryum flexuosum, Adelocaryum malabaricum, Adelocaryum nebulicola, Adelocaryum lambertianum, Aegonychon purpurocaeruleum, Aegonychon zollingeri, Aegonychon purpurea-coeruleum, Aegonychon calabricum, Aegonychon calabrum, Afrotysonia africana, Afrotysonia glochidiata, Afrotysonia pilosicaulis, Alkanna amana, Alkanna angustifolia, Alkanna areolata, Alkanna attilae, Alkanna aucheriana, Alkanna auranitica, Alkanna bracteosa, Alkanna caliensis, Alkanna cappadocica, Alkanna confusa, Alkanna corcyrensis, Alkanna cordifolia, Alkanna dumanii, Alkanna frigida, Alkanna froedinii, Alkanna galilaea, Alkanna graeca, Alkanna haussknechtii, Alkanna hellenica, Alkanna hirsutissima, Alkanna hispida, Alkanna incana, Alkanna intercedens, Alkanna jordanovii, Alkanna kotschyana, Alkanna leiocarpa, Alkanna leptophylla, Alkanna lutea, Alkanna macrophylla, Alkanna macrosiphon, Alkanna maleolens, Alkanna megacarpa, Alkanna methanaea, Alkanna milliana, Alkanna mughlae,

References

Kadir Zakirovič Zakirov (1906-1992): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zakirov' in the authors string.
Shahrokh Kazempour Osaloo (b.1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kaz.Osaloo' in the authors string.
Nasim Saadati: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Saadati' in the authors string.