Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
acuminata
ID:
1228820

Status:
valid

Authors:
Weaver

Source:
tro

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 53: 555 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001228158



Common Names

  • Macrocarpaea acuminata
  • Acuminata Macrocarpaea
  • Macrocarpaea


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Description

Macrocarpaea acuminata (also called 'Acuminate Macrocarpaea', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub with linear-lanceolate leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to China and is found in forests, shrublands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Macrocarpaea acuminata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a potted plant. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Macrocarpaea acuminata has small, yellow-green flowers that are clustered in a spike. Its seeds are small, dark brown and oval in shape. Its seedlings have long, thin leaves that are green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Macrocarpaea acuminata is a perennial shrub that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Macrocarpaea acuminata

Macrocarpaea acuminata is native to the Yunnan province of China. It is found in the forests and hills of the region.

Macrocarpaea acuminata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Macrocarpaea acuminata?

Macrocarpaea acuminata

What is the natural habitat of Macrocarpaea acuminata?

It is native to the western Himalayas, from India to Nepal.

What are the common names of Macrocarpaea acuminata?

It is commonly known as the Himalayan apple or Himalayan pear.

Species in the Macrocarpaea genus

Macrocarpaea subcaudata, Macrocarpaea pinetorum, Macrocarpaea rugosa, Macrocarpaea autanae, Macrocarpaea affinis, Macrocarpaea obtusifolia, Macrocarpaea bangiana, Macrocarpaea cochabambensis, Macrocarpaea cinchonifolia, Macrocarpaea bracteata, Macrocarpaea browallioides, Macrocarpaea marahuacae, Macrocarpaea neblinae, Macrocarpaea ypsilocaule, Macrocarpaea umerulus, Macrocarpaea voluptuosa, Macrocarpaea weaveri, Macrocarpaea xerantifulva, Macrocarpaea silverstonei, Macrocarpaea betancuriana, Macrocarpaea biremis, Macrocarpaea callejasii, Macrocarpaea lacrossiformis, Macrocarpaea laudabilis, Macrocarpaea maryae, Macrocarpaea papillosa, Macrocarpaea pringleana, Macrocarpaea quechua, Macrocarpaea neillii, Macrocarpaea chthonotropa, Macrocarpaea elix, Macrocarpaea ewaniana, Macrocarpaea gattaca, Macrocarpaea gaudialis, Macrocarpaea gondoloides, Macrocarpaea gran-pajatena, Macrocarpaea gravabilis, Macrocarpaea gulosa, Macrocarpaea hilarula, Macrocarpaea illecebrosa, Macrocarpaea jactans, Macrocarpaea jocularis, Macrocarpaea dies-viridis, Macrocarpaea luctans, Macrocarpaea lucubrans, Macrocarpaea mattii, Macrocarpaea opulenta, Macrocarpaea claireae, Macrocarpaea quizhpei, Macrocarpaea fuentesii,

Species in the Gentianaceae family

Adenolisianthus arboreus, Anthocleista amplexicaulis, Anthocleista djalonensis, Anthocleista grandiflora, Anthocleista inermis, Anthocleista laxiflora, Anthocleista liebrechtsiana, Anthocleista longifolia, Anthocleista madagascariensis, Anthocleista microphylla, Anthocleista nobilis, Anthocleista obanensis, Anthocleista procera, Anthocleista scandens, Anthocleista schweinfurthii, Anthocleista vogelii, Anthocleista potalioides, Aripuana cullmaniorum, Bartonia paniculata, Bartonia verna, Bartonia virginica, Bisgoeppertia robustior, Bisgoeppertia gracilis, Bisgoeppertia scandens, Blackstonia acuminata, Blackstonia grandiflora, Blackstonia imperfoliata, Blackstonia perfoliata, Calolisianthus amplissimus, Calolisianthus pedunculatus, Canscora alata, Canscora andrographioides, Canscora concanensis, Canscora diffusa, Canscora heteroclita, Canscora macrocalyx, Canscora pauciflora, Canscora perfoliata, Canscora roxburghii, Canscora schultesii, Canscora stricta, Canscora bidoupensis, Canscora bhatiana, Canscora shrirangiana, Canscora ciathula, Canscora tetraptera, Celiantha bella, Celiantha chimantensis, Celiantha imthurniana, Centaurium ameghinoi,

References

Richard E. Weaver (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Weaver' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:148783-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.