Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
macrophylla
ID:
327359

Status:
valid

Authors:
Standl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1925

Citation Micro:
J. Washington Acad. Sci. 15: 103 (1925)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000326691

Common Names

  • Macrophylla Noseburn
  • Bernardia Macrophylla
  • Macrophylla Bernardia

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Description

Bernardia macrophylla (also called Bigleaf Bernardia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Mexico and Central America. It has large, ovate leaves and small, yellow flowers. It grows in dry, open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Bernardia macrophylla is used as an ornamental plant and is also used for its medicinal properties. It is known to have anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties and is used to treat skin diseases, rheumatism and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bernardia macrophylla has small, yellow flowers and small, round, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bernardia macrophylla is a perennial shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be pruned to shape and can be used as a hedge or a screen. It is also suitable for container growing.

Where to Find Bernardia macrophylla

Bernardia macrophylla is native to Mexico.

Bernardia macrophylla FAQ

What is the ideal temperature range for Bernardia macrophylla?

Bernardia macrophylla prefers temperatures between 10-25°C (50-77°F)

What is the ideal soil type for Bernardia macrophylla?

Bernardia macrophylla prefers well-draining, sandy soil with a pH of 6.5-7.5.

How much sunlight does Bernardia macrophylla need?

Bernardia macrophylla needs full sun to partial shade.

Species in the Bernardia genus

Bernardia alarici, Bernardia albida, Bernardia amazonica, Bernardia argentinensis, Bernardia asplundii, Bernardia axillaris, Bernardia brevipes, Bernardia caperoniifolia, Bernardia carpinifolia, Bernardia celastrinea, Bernardia chiapensis, Bernardia colombiana, Bernardia confertifolia, Bernardia corensis, Bernardia crassifolia, Bernardia dichotoma, Bernardia dodecandra, Bernardia flexuosa, Bernardia fruticulosa, Bernardia gambosa, Bernardia gardneri, Bernardia geniculata, Bernardia gentryana, Bernardia hagelundii, Bernardia hassleriana, Bernardia heteropilosa, Bernardia hirsutissima, Bernardia incana, Bernardia jacquiniana, Bernardia kochii, Bernardia lagunensis, Bernardia lanceifolia, Bernardia laurentii, Bernardia leptostachys, Bernardia longipedunculata, Bernardia macrophylla, Bernardia mayana, Bernardia mazatlana, Bernardia mexicana, Bernardia micrantha, Bernardia mollis, Bernardia multicaulis, Bernardia myricifolia, Bernardia nicaraguensis, Bernardia oblanceolata, Bernardia obovata, Bernardia odonellii, Bernardia ovalifolia, Bernardia ovata, Bernardia paraguariensis,

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,

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