Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
macropodum
ID:
492708

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Miq.) Beumée ex K.Heyne

Source:
cmp

Year:
1927

Citation Micro:
Nutt. Pl. Ned.-Ind. , ed. 2, 2: 1068 (1927)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000492040



Common Names

  • Scaphium macropodum
  • Large-footed Scaphium
  • Large-footed Scaphium


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Synonyms

  • Sterculia macropoda (Miq.) Hook. ex Kloppenb. [unknown]
  • Scaphium borneense (Merr.) Kosterm. [unknown]
  • Carpophyllum macropodum Miq. [unknown]
  • Firmiana borneensis Merr. [unknown]

Description

Scaphium macropodum (also called Long-pod Scaphium, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Southeast Asia. It has a woody stem and pinnate leaves. The leaves are up to 20 cm long and have 3-5 leaflets. The flowers are yellow and are borne in clusters. It is found in a variety of habitats, from rainforests to open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Scaphium macropodum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to stabilize soils, reduce erosion, and provide shade.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Scaphium macropodum has small, white flowers with a yellow center and a short, thin column. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small, round and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Scaphium macropodum can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and placed in a moist, well-draining potting mix. They should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Scaphium macropodum

Scaphium macropodum is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in the countries of Cambodia, Laos, Thailand, and Vietnam.

Scaphium macropodum FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Scaphium macropodum?

Scaphium macropodum is native to Southeast Asia.

What is the size of Scaphium macropodum?

Scaphium macropodum typically grows to a height of 5 to 10 meters.

What is the scientific name of Scaphium macropodum?

The scientific name of Scaphium macropodum is Scaphium macropodum.

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2580300: Based on the initial data import
Friedrich Anton Wilhelm Miquel (1811-1871): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Miq.' in the authors string.
Karel Heyne (1877-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Heyne' in the authors string.
Johan Gotlieb Benjamin Beumée (1888-1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Beumée' in the authors string.