Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
macrocarpa
ID:
476468

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.Schum.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1900

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Afrik. Pflanzen-Fam. 5: 135 (1900)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000475800



Common Names

  • Pterygota macrocarpa
  • Large-fruited Pterygota
  • Large-fruited Wing-fruit


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Synonyms

  • Pterygota cordifolia A.Chev. [unknown]

Description

Pterygota macrocarpa (also called Big-fruited Pterygota, among many other common names) is a small tree native to tropical Africa and Asia. It has pinnate leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in dry and wet habitats, such as grasslands, forests, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Pterygota macrocarpa is used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pterygota macrocarpa has white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pterygota macrocarpa is a tropical plant that is best grown in a warm, humid climate. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept at a temperature of 20-25°C. Division is done by carefully digging up the plant and dividing the rootball into sections, each with at least one shoot and some roots.

Where to Find Pterygota macrocarpa

Pterygota macrocarpa is native to Africa and can be found in the tropical rainforests.

Pterygota macrocarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pterygota macrocarpa?

Pterygota macrocarpa

What is the common name of Pterygota macrocarpa?

Macrocarpa Pterygota

What is the natural habitat of Pterygota macrocarpa?

Pterygota macrocarpa is native to Africa

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,

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