Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
maior
ID:
159958

Status:
valid

Authors:
Markgr. ex J.F.Macbr.

Source:
ipni

Year:
1929

Citation Micro:
Trop. Woods n.° 17: 13 (1929)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000159287



Common Names

  • Maior Fern
  • Alloneuron maior
  • Maior Shield Fern


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Synonyms

  • Meiandra maior Markgr. [unknown]

Description

Alloneuron maior (also called Greater Alloneuron, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to the Atlantic Forest of Brazil. It grows in moist and shady places, such as in forests, along streams, and in ravines.

Uses & Benefits

Alloneuron maior is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Alloneuron maior is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with six petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, long, pointed leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Alloneuron maior is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil in full sun and can tolerate some drought. It is not frost tolerant and should be protected from cold temperatures.

Where to Find Alloneuron maior

Alloneuron maior can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Alloneuron maior FAQ

What is the scientific name of Alloneuron maior?

Alloneuron maior

What is the natural habitat of Alloneuron maior?

Montane forests in Costa Rica

What is the flowering season of Alloneuron maior?

Flowers from April to May

Species in the Melastomataceae family

Acanthella sprucei, Acanthella pulchra, Acanthella conferta, Aciotis polystachya, Aciotis purpurascens, Aciotis acuminifolia, Aciotis annua, Aciotis rubricaulis, Aciotis cordata, Aciotis indecora, Aciotis paludosa, Aciotis circaeoides, Aciotis ornata, Aciotis circaeifolia, Aciotis wurdackiana, Aciotis olivieriana, Aciotis ferreirana, Aciotis viscida, Aciotis pendulifolia, Aciotis brachybotria, Acisanthera pulchella, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera boliviensis, Acisanthera variabilis, Acisanthera uniflora, Acisanthera alsinaefolia, Acisanthera paraguayensis, Acisanthera alata, Acisanthera hedyotoidea, Acisanthera glazioviana, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera ayangannae, Acisanthera divaricata, Adelobotrys ciliatus, Adelobotrys atlanticus, Adelobotrys adscendens, Adelobotrys barbatus, Adelobotrys ciliata, Adelobotrys macrophylla, Adelobotrys praetexta, Adelobotrys tessmannii, Adelobotrys boissieriana, Adelobotrys fuscescens, Adelobotrys macrantha, Adelobotrys rotundifolius, Adelobotrys subsessilis, Adelobotrys jefensis, Adelobotrys linearifolia, Adelobotrys ayangannensis, Adelobotrys scandens,

References

James Francis Macbride (1892-1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.F.Macbr.' in the authors string.
Friedrich Markgraf (1897-1987): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Markgr.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:9107-2: Based on the initial data import