Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
macroura
ID:
1305259

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Mart. ex Colla) P.L.R.Moraes, De Smedt & Guglielmone

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Harvard Pap. Bot. 19: 145 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001317713



Common Names

  • Astraea macroura
  • Macroura Astraea
  • Macroura Star Orchid


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Description

Astraea macroura (also called Macroura, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Brazil. It typically grows in dry forests and woodlands, as well as in disturbed areas. Its leaves are oblong-lanceolate, with a pointed tip and serrated margins.

Uses & Benefits

Astraea macroura is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Astraea macroura has white flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, round and black. Its seedlings have ovate leaves with a pointed tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astraea macroura is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It requires regular watering and fertilizing.

Where to Find Astraea macroura

Astraea macroura is found in Brazil.

Astraea macroura FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astraea macroura?

Astraea macroura

What is the common name of Astraea macroura?

Giant Star Coral

What is the natural habitat of Astraea macroura?

Tropical and subtropical coral reefs

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

Carl Friedrich Philipp von Martius (1794-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mart.' in the authors string.
Luigi Aloysius Colla (1766-1848): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Colla' in the authors string.
Laura Guglielmone (b.1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Guglielmone' in the authors string.
Pedro Luís Rodrigues de Moraes: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.L.R.Moraes' in the authors string.
Sofie De Smedt: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'De Smedt' in the authors string.