Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
dolichophylla
ID:
1305203

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.R.Grant & Trunz

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Harvard Pap. Bot. 16: 408 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001317657



Common Names

  • Macrocarpaea dolichophylla
  • Dolichophylla Macrocarpaea
  • Dolichophylla Star Orchid


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Description

Macrocarpaea dolichophylla (also called Dolichophylla, 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 ovate-lanceolate, with a pointed tip and entire margins.

Uses & Benefits

Macrocarpaea dolichophylla 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

The flower of Macrocarpaea dolichophylla is white with a yellow center and has a strong, sweet scent. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small, thin and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Macrocarpaea dolichophylla 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 Macrocarpaea dolichophylla

Macrocarpaea dolichophylla is found in Brazil.

Macrocarpaea dolichophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Macrocarpaea dolichophylla?

Macrocarpaea dolichophylla

What is the common name of Macrocarpaea dolichophylla?

Long-leaved Macrocarpaea

What is the natural habitat of Macrocarpaea dolichophylla?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

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

Jason Randall Grant (b.1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.R.Grant' in the authors string.
Vincent Trunz: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Trunz' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77139388-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.