Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dilleniales
Species:
major
ID:
654162

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.F.Gmel.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1791

Citation Micro:
Syst. Nat. ed. 13[bis] : 805 (1791)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000653494



Common Names

  • Great Doliocarpus
  • Great Doliocarp
  • Great Carpet-Vine


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Synonyms

  • Delima guianensis Rich. ex DC. [unknown]
  • Doliocarpus curtipes J.F.Macbr. [unknown]
  • Doliocarpus dentosus Mart. [unknown]
  • Doliocarpus piauhiensis Mart. ex Eichler [unknown]
  • Doliocarpus punctatus Standl. [unknown]
  • Doliocarpus rolandri parcus J.F.Macbr. [unknown]
  • Doliocarpus scandens Poir. [unknown]
  • Doliocarpus spinulifer Miq. [unknown]
  • Doliocarpus strictus Poir. [unknown]
  • Doliocarpus dentosus piauhiensis Eichler [unknown]
  • Tetracera stricta Willd. [unknown]
  • Doliocarpus major major [unknown]
  • Doliocarpus rolandri rolandri [unknown]

Description

Doliocarpus major (also called Major, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a single trunk and a rounded crown. It is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America. It grows in humid forests, at elevations of up to 1,500 m.

Uses & Benefits

Doliocarpus major has been used as a traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and stomach aches. It is also used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Doliocarpus major is a small, white, five-petaled flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with large leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Doliocarpus major can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings can be taken in late spring or early summer and should be rooted in a well-drained soil mix. The plant should be kept in a warm, sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Doliocarpus major

Doliocarpus major can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America, from Mexico to Bolivia.

Doliocarpus major FAQ

What is the scientific name of Doliocarpus major?

Doliocarpus major

What is the common name of Doliocarpus major?

Major Doliocarpus

Where is Doliocarpus major found?

Central and South America

Species in the Doliocarpus genus

Doliocarpus leiophyllus, Doliocarpus paucinervis, Doliocarpus schultesianus, Doliocarpus triananus, Doliocarpus amazonicus, Doliocarpus aracaensis, Doliocarpus areolatus, Doliocarpus aureobaccatus, Doliocarpus brevipedicellatus, Doliocarpus carnevaliorum, Doliocarpus chocoensis, Doliocarpus dasyanthus, Doliocarpus dentatus, Doliocarpus dressleri, Doliocarpus elegans, Doliocarpus elliptifolius, Doliocarpus foreroi, Doliocarpus gentryi, Doliocarpus glomeratus, Doliocarpus gracilis, Doliocarpus grandiflorus, Doliocarpus guianensis, Doliocarpus herrerae, Doliocarpus hispidobaccatus, Doliocarpus hispidus, Doliocarpus humboldtianus, Doliocarpus kubitzkii, Doliocarpus lancifolius, Doliocarpus liesneri, Doliocarpus lombardii, Doliocarpus lopez-palacii, Doliocarpus macrocarpus, Doliocarpus magnificus, Doliocarpus major, Doliocarpus multiflorus, Doliocarpus nitidus, Doliocarpus novogranatensis, Doliocarpus olivaceus, Doliocarpus ortegae, Doliocarpus paraensis, Doliocarpus pipolyi, Doliocarpus prancei, Doliocarpus pruskii, Doliocarpus sagolianus, Doliocarpus savannarum, Doliocarpus schottianus, Doliocarpus sellowianus, Doliocarpus sessiliflorus, Doliocarpus spatulifolius, Doliocarpus spraguei,

Species in the Dilleniaceae family

Acrotrema agastyamalayanum, Acrotrema arnottianum, Acrotrema costatum, Acrotrema dissectum, Acrotrema intermedium, Acrotrema lanceolatum, Acrotrema lyratum, Acrotrema thwaitesii, Acrotrema uniflorum, Acrotrema walkeri, Curatella americana, Davilla bahiana, Davilla bilobata, Davilla neei, Davilla alata, Davilla angustifolia, Davilla aspera, Davilla cearensis, Davilla cuatrecasasii, Davilla cuspidulata, Davilla elliptica, Davilla flexuosa, Davilla glabrata, Davilla glaziovii, Davilla grandiflora, Davilla kubitzkii, Davilla kunthii, Davilla lacunosa, Davilla latifolia, Davilla macrocarpa, Davilla morii, Davilla nitida, Davilla papyracea, Davilla pedicellaris, Davilla rugosa, Davilla sellowiana, Davilla steyermarkii, Davilla strigosa, Davilla aymardii, Davilla minutifolia, Davilla sessilifolia, Davilla lanosa, Davilla hirsuticarpa, Didesmandra aspera, Dillenia alata, Dillenia albiflos, Dillenia andamanica, Dillenia aurea, Dillenia auriculata, Dillenia beccariana,

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