Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
nodulosum
ID:
451240

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hochr.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1915

Citation Micro:
Annuaire Conserv. Jard. Bot. Genève 18-19: 228 (1915)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000450572



Common Names

  • Nodular Megistostegium
  • Nodular Megistostegia
  • Nodular Megistostegium


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Synonyms

  • Macrocalyx tomentosa Costantin & Poiss. [unknown]
  • Megistostegium retusum Hochr. [unknown]
  • Hibiscus nodulosus Drake [unknown]
  • Macrocalyx tomentosa rubra Poiss. [unknown]

Description

Megistostegium nodulosum (also called Nodular Megistostegium, among many other common names) is an annual or perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to Madagascar, and is commonly found in wet areas, such as swamps, marshes, and along the edges of streams.

Uses & Benefits

Megistostegium nodulosum is used as an ornamental plant and is often used in rock gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to stabilize soil on slopes and banks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Megistostegium nodulosum has small, star-shaped, yellow flowers that are held in small clusters. The seeds are small, round, and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Megistostegium nodulosum is a tropical vine native to Central and South America. It is best grown in well-drained, humus-rich soil in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is by stem cuttings or by seed.

Where to Find Megistostegium nodulosum

Megistostegium nodulosum is native to Madagascar.

Megistostegium nodulosum FAQ

What is the common name of Megistostegium nodulosum?

Nodulous megistostegium

What is the natural habitat of Megistostegium nodulosum?

Tropical rainforests

What type of soil does Megistostegium nodulosum prefer?

Well-drained, acidic soil

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,