Status:
valid
Authors:
H.L.Li
Source:
ksu
Year:
1943
Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 24: 366 (1943)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000464201
Common Names
- Macrocarpa Reevesia
- Macrocarpa Reevesia Grass
- Macrocarpa Reevesia Rush
Description
Reevesia macrocarpa (also called Large-fruited Reevesia, among many other common names) is a shrub of the family Rubiaceae. It has white flowers and is native to Southeast Asia. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Reevesia macrocarpa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used to attract butterflies and other pollinators.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Reevesia macrocarpa has white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and dark brown in color. The seedlings are slender and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Reevesia macrocarpa is a perennial plant native to wetland areas in South America. It can be propagated through division or by seed. It prefers moist, acidic soils and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some flooding. It is a low-maintenance plant that requires minimal care.
Where to Find Reevesia macrocarpa
Reevesia macrocarpa can be found in the tropical and subtropical wetlands of Southeast Asia.
Reevesia macrocarpa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Reevesia macrocarpa?
Reevesia macrocarpa
What is the family of Reevesia macrocarpa?
Gesneriaceae
Where is Reevesia macrocarpa found?
Reevesia macrocarpa is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including India, Sri Lanka, and the Philippines.
Species in the Reevesia genus
Reevesia orbicularis,
Reevesia wallichii,
Reevesia gagnepainiana,
Reevesia macrocarpa,
Reevesia yersinii,
Reevesia botingensis,
Reevesia lofouensis,
Reevesia formosana,
Reevesia shangszeensis,
Reevesia lancifolia,
Reevesia pycnantha,
Reevesia thyrsoidea,
Reevesia longipetiolata,
Reevesia orbicularifolia,
Reevesia rotundifolia,
Reevesia glaucophylla,
Reevesia tomentosa,
Reevesia rubronervia,
Reevesia pubescens,
Reevesia lumlingensis,
Reevesia clarkii,
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,