Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
macropetala
ID:
1334771

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Wawra) Pinzón & Barfuss

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 279: 43 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001347225





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Description

Pseudalcantarea macropetala (also called 'Large-petaled Pseudalcantarea', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the mountains of Central and South America. It has a thick, fleshy stem and long, narrow, alternate leaves. It is found in moist, shady areas, such as in forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Pseudalcantarea macropetala is used as a food source and for its medicinal properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pseudalcantarea macropetala has small white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pseudalcantarea macropetala is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2m in height. It is native to Central America and is hardy in USDA zones 9-11. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring and cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall.

Where to Find Pseudalcantarea macropetala

Pseudalcantarea macropetala is native to Mexico. It can be found in tropical deciduous forests and cloud forests at elevations of 1000-2000 m.

Pseudalcantarea macropetala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pseudalcantarea macropetala?

Pseudalcantarea macropetala

What is the common name of Pseudalcantarea macropetala?

Large-petaled pseudalcantarea

Where is Pseudalcantarea macropetala found?

It is found in Colombia

Species in the Bromeliaceae family

Acanthostachys pitcairnioides, Acanthostachys strobilacea, Acanthostachys calcicola, Aechmea abbreviata, Aechmea aculeatosepala, Aechmea alba, Aechmea alegrensis, Aechmea alopecurus, Aechmea ampla, Aechmea andersonii, Aechmea angustifolia, Aechmea anomala, Aechmea apocalyptica, Aechmea aquilega, Aechmea araneosa, Aechmea arenaria, Aechmea aripensis, Aechmea azurea, Aechmea bahiana, Aechmea bambusoides, Aechmea biflora, Aechmea blanchetiana, Aechmea blumenavii, Aechmea bocainensis, Aechmea brachystachys, Aechmea bracteata, Aechmea brassicoides, Aechmea brevicollis, Aechmea bromeliifolia, Aechmea bruggeri, Aechmea caesia, Aechmea callichroma, Aechmea calyculata, Aechmea campanulata, Aechmea candida, Aechmea cariocae, Aechmea carvalhoi, Aechmea castanea, Aechmea castelnavii, Aechmea cathcartii, Aechmea caudata, Aechmea chantinii, Aechmea coelestis, Aechmea colombiana, Aechmea comata, Aechmea conferta, Aechmea confusa, Aechmea conifera, Aechmea costantinii, Aechmea contracta,

References

Heinrich Wawra von Fernsee (1831-1887): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wawra' in the authors string.
Michael H.J. Barfuss (b.1977): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barfuss' in the authors string.
Juan P. Pinzón: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pinzón' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77158952-1: 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].