Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
macrophylla
ID:
265210

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pax

Source:
wcs

Year:
1894

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 19: 90 (1894)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000264542



Common Names

  • Argomuellera Macrophylla
  • Macrophylla Argomuellera
  • Argomuellera


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Synonyms

  • Argomuellera macrophylla laurentii (De Wild.) Prain ex De Wild. [unknown]
  • Argomuellera macrophylla laurentii (De Wild.) Prain [unknown]
  • Pycnocoma hirsuta Prain [unknown]
  • Pycnocoma hutchinsonii Beille [unknown]
  • Pycnocoma laurentii De Wild. [unknown]
  • Pycnocoma parviflora Pax [unknown]
  • Pycnocoma sapinii De Wild. [unknown]
  • Pycnocoma sassandrae Beille [unknown]
  • Wetriaria macrophylla Pax [unknown]

Description

Argomuellera macrophylla (also called 'Large-leaved Argomuellera', 'Large-leaved Star Flower' and 'Star Flower', among many other common names) is a perennial climber native to tropical regions of East Africa. It is a fast-growing plant that can reach up to 3 m in height. It grows best in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soils.

Uses & Benefits

Argomuellera macrophylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headache, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Argomuellera macrophylla has white flowers with a yellow lip. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Argomuellera macrophylla is a tropical evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and should be watered regularly. Propagation is done by cuttings or by division of the root ball.

Where to Find Argomuellera macrophylla

Argomuellera macrophylla can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Argomuellera macrophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Argomuellera macrophylla?

Argomuellera macrophylla

What is the common name of Argomuellera macrophylla?

Large-leaved Argomuellera

Where is Argomuellera macrophylla native to?

China

Species in the Euphorbiaceae family

Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,

References