Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Species:
macropetalum
ID:
1251646

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rollins) Rollins

Source:
tro

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Contr. Gray Herb. 213: 16. 1984

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001250984



Common Names

  • Sphaerocardamum macropetalum
  • Macropetalum Sphaerocardamum
  • Sphaerocardamum


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Description

Sphaerocardamum macropetalum (also called 'Macropetalum Sphaerocardamum', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to Mexico. It has small, oval leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in dry, rocky areas and is drought tolerant.

Uses & Benefits

Sphaerocardamum macropetalum is used as a medicinal plant to treat respiratory and digestive problems. It is also used as a food source for some species of birds and mammals.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sphaerocardamum macropetalum has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sphaerocardamum macropetalum is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun to partial shade and should be watered regularly. It can be grown in a well-draining potting mix with perlite or pumice added for extra drainage.

Where to Find Sphaerocardamum macropetalum

Sphaerocardamum macropetalum is native to South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina.

Sphaerocardamum macropetalum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sphaerocardamum macropetalum?

Sphaerocardamum macropetalum

What is the common name of Sphaerocardamum macropetalum?

Macropetalum sphaerocardamum

What is the natural habitat of Sphaerocardamum macropetalum?

Tropical rainforests in Central and South America

Species in the Brassicaceae family

Abdra brachycarpa, Abdra aprica, Acuston perenne, Aethionema rhodopaeum, Aethionema alanyae, Aethionema arabicum, Aethionema armenum, Aethionema capitatum, Aethionema carlsbergii, Aethionema carneum, Aethionema cephalanthum, Aethionema cordatum, Aethionema coridifolium, Aethionema demirizii, Aethionema diastrophis, Aethionema dumanii, Aethionema edentulum, Aethionema eunomioides, Aethionema fimbriatum, Aethionema froedinii, Aethionema gileadense, Aethionema glaucinum, Aethionema grandiflorum, Aethionema heterocarpum, Aethionema heterophyllum, Aethionema huber-morathii, Aethionema karamanicum, Aethionema lepidioides, Aethionema levandowskyi, Aethionema lycium, Aethionema marashicum, Aethionema membranaceum, Aethionema munzurense, Aethionema orbiculatum, Aethionema papillosum, Aethionema retsina, Aethionema saxatile, Aethionema schistosum, Aethionema semnanensis, Aethionema speciosum, Aethionema spicatum, Aethionema stylosum, Aethionema subulatum, Aethionema syriacum, Aethionema thesiifolium, Aethionema thomasianum, Aethionema transhyrcanum, Aethionema turcicum, Aethionema umbellatum, Aethionema virgatum,

References