Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
macrophylla
ID:
289740

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1849

Citation Micro:
Niger Fl. : 508 (1849)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000289072



Common Names

  • Pycnocoma macrophylla
  • Large-Leaved Pycnocoma
  • Large-Leaved Pycnocoma


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Synonyms

  • Pycnocoma brachystachya Pax [unknown]
  • Pycnocoma macrophylla longicornuta J.Léonard [unknown]
  • Pycnocoma macrophylla microsperma Pax & K.Hoffm. [unknown]
  • Pycnocoma macrophylla zenkeri (Pax) Pax [unknown]
  • Pycnocoma zenkeri Pax [unknown]

Description

Pycnocoma macrophylla (also called Large-Leaved Pycnocoma, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to Madagascar and grows in tropical and subtropical forests. It is a small shrub with a single stem and small, ovate leaves. It has a green stem and green leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Pycnocoma macrophylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pycnocoma macrophylla is a white to pinkish-white, tubular flower with four petals. The seed is a small, black, ovoid nutlet. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pycnocoma macrophylla is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some salt spray. It can be pruned to maintain its shape and size.

Where to Find Pycnocoma macrophylla

Pycnocoma macrophylla can be found in the eastern United States, from New York to Florida and west to Texas and Oklahoma.

Pycnocoma macrophylla FAQ

What are the common names of Pycnocoma macrophylla?

Pycnocoma macrophylla is commonly known as the large-leaved pycnocoma.

What is the growth habit of Pycnocoma macrophylla?

Pycnocoma macrophylla is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 m in height.

Where is Pycnocoma macrophylla native to?

Pycnocoma macrophylla is native to tropical Africa.

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-171119: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.