Status:
valid
Authors:
(Vahl) R.Wilczek
Source:
cmp
Year:
1960
Citation Micro:
Fl. Congo Belge 9: 141 (1960)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000629226
Common Names
- Large-leaved cuervea
- Large-leaved cuervea grass
- Cuervea macrophylla
Synonyms
- Romualdea macrophylla Triana & Planch. [unknown]
- Tontelea macrophylla Poir. [unknown]
- Hippocratea macrophylla Vahl [unknown]
- Hippocratea rotundifolia Hook.f. [unknown]
Description
Cuervea macrophylla (also called 'Large-Leaved Cuervea', among many other common names) is a small shrub native to tropical Africa. It has alternate, ovate-lanceolate leaves and produces small, white flowers. It grows in moist, shady forests and along riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Cuervea macrophylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food crop. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin infections, wounds, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cuervea macrophylla is yellow with a dark center. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cuervea macrophylla is a perennial herb that is native to South America. It is easy to grow and can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is best to water the plant deeply and then allow the soil to dry out between waterings. Fertilize the plant with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Cuervea macrophylla
Cuervea macrophylla can be found in Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras.
Cuervea macrophylla FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cuervea macrophylla?
Cuervea macrophylla
What is the common name of Cuervea macrophylla?
Cuervea
What is the family of Cuervea macrophylla?
Asteraceae
Species in the Cuervea genus
Species in the Celastraceae family
Acanthothamnus aphyllus,
Allocassine laurifolia,
Anthodon decussatus,
Anthodon panamense,
Apatophyllum constablei,
Apatophyllum flavovirens,
Apatophyllum macgillivrayi,
Apatophyllum olsenii,
Apatophyllum teretifolium,
Apodostigma pallens,
Arnicratea cambodiana,
Arnicratea ferruginea,
Bequaertia mucronata,
Brassiantha pentamera,
Brassiantha hedraiantheroides,
Brexia alaticarpa,
Brexia australis,
Brexia madagascariensis,
Brexia marioniae,
Brexiella cymosa,
Brexiella ilicifolia,
Campylostemon angolense,
Campylostemon bequaertii,
Campylostemon danckelmannianus,
Campylostemon laurentii,
Campylostemon lindequistianus,
Campylostemon mitophorus,
Campylostemon warneckeanum,
Canotia holacantha,
Canotia wendtii,
Cassine albens,
Cassine balae,
Cassine burkeana,
Cassine congylos,
Cassine grossa,
Cassine kedarnathii,
Cassine koordersii,
Cassine megaphylla,
Cassine micrantha,
Cassine obiensis,
Cassine parvifolia,
Cassine peragua,
Cassine kamurensis,
Catha edulis,
Celastrus aculeatus,
Celastrus angulata,
Celastrus australis,
Celastrus caseariifolius,
Celastrus cuneatus,
Celastrus flagellaris,