Denhamia megacarpa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
megacarpa
ID:
1540597
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.J.Halford & Jessup
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2020
Citation Micro:
Austrobaileya 10(4): 595. 2020
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000022094
Common Names
- Denhamia megacarpa
- Megacarpa's Denhamia
- Megacarpa Denhamia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Denhamia megacarpa (also called Megacarpa Denhamia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Mexico. It has a dense, round crown, and its leaves are dark green and glossy. It grows in tropical rainforests and is tolerant of shade.
Uses & Benefits
Denhamia megacarpa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its leaves are used to make traditional medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Denhamia megacarpa is white and tubular in shape, with four petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
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Cultivation and propagation of Denhamia megacarpa: Denhamia megacarpa is best propagated by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil, and should be kept moist until germination. Once established, the plants are drought tolerant and require little maintenance.
Where to Find Denhamia megacarpa
Denhamia megacarpa is found in the Mediterranean region of Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.
Denhamia megacarpa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Denhamia megacarpa?
Denhamia megacarpa
What is the common name of Denhamia megacarpa?
Megacarpa Denhamia
What is the natural habitat of Denhamia megacarpa?
Tropical forests in Central and South America
Species in the Denhamia genus
Denhamia celastroides, Denhamia moorei, Denhamia obscura, Denhamia oleaster, Denhamia parvifolia, Denhamia pittosporoides, Denhamia viridissima, Denhamia bilocularis, Denhamia cunninghamii, Denhamia cupularis, Denhamia disperma, Denhamia fasciculiflora, Denhamia fournieri, Denhamia silvestris, Denhamia muelleri, Denhamia peninsularis, Denhamia megacarpa,
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,