Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
macrocalyx
ID:
250664

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pax

Source:
wcs

Year:
1901

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 30: 339 (1901)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000249996



Common Names

  • Neoboutonia macrocalyx
  • Macrocalyx
  • Large-calyx Neoboutonia


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Description

Neoboutonia macrocalyx (also called 'Large-calyx Apostasia', among many other common names) is a species of fern native to Southeast Asia. It is a terrestrial fern with fronds up to 1 m long. It grows in moist, shady areas in rainforest, wet sclerophyll forest and wet schlerophyll woodland.

Uses & Benefits

Neoboutonia macrocalyx is used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, wounds, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Neoboutonia macrocalyx is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Neoboutonia macrocalyx is a tropical plant that prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. Propagation is usually done by seed, but can also be done by cuttings. The plant can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Neoboutonia macrocalyx

Neoboutonia macrocalyx is native to South America and can be found in Venezuela, Colombia, and Ecuador.

Neoboutonia macrocalyx FAQ

What is the scientific name of Neoboutonia macrocalyx?

Neoboutonia macrocalyx

What is the common name of Neoboutonia macrocalyx?

Macrocalyx Neoboutonia

What is the family of Neoboutonia macrocalyx?

Euphorbiaceae

Species in the Neoboutonia genus

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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