Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
macrophylla
ID:
713922

Status:
valid

Authors:
N.G.Walsh

Source:
cmp

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Muelleria 9: 191 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000713255



Common Names

  • Gynatrix macrophylla
  • Large-leaved Gynatrix
  • Large-leaved Gynatrix


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Description

Gynatrix macrophylla (also called Large-leaved Gynatrix, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Australia. It has large, leathery leaves and white flowers. It is found in open woodlands and heathlands.

Uses & Benefits

Gynatrix macrophylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used for its timber which is used for making furniture and as firewood.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gynatrix macrophylla has white flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gynatrix macrophylla is a perennial herb native to South Africa. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost.

Where to Find Gynatrix macrophylla

Gynatrix macrophylla is native to South Africa.

Gynatrix macrophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gynatrix macrophylla?

Gynatrix macrophylla

What is the common name of Gynatrix macrophylla?

Large-leaved Gynatrix

What is the natural habitat of Gynatrix macrophylla?

Gynatrix macrophylla is native to South Africa

Species in the Gynatrix genus

Species in the Malvaceae family

Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,