Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
huberi
ID:
1254079

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wurdack

Source:
tro

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 69: 317 (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001253417



Common Names

  • Macrocentrum huberi
  • Huber's Macrocentrum
  • Huber's Macrocentrum


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Description

Macrocentrum huberi (also called Macrocentrum, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to tropical regions of South America. It grows up to 2 meters tall and has small, oval, light green leaves. It is found in tropical forests, along riverbanks, and in secondary forests.

Uses & Benefits

Macrocentrum huberi is used for its wood and bark, which are used for making furniture, tools, and musical instruments. The plant is also used as a source of food and medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Macrocentrum huberi has small, white flowers. The seeds are small and round. The seedlings have small, round leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Macrocentrum huberi is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and rooted in a moist potting mix. Once established, it should be grown in full sun and watered regularly.

Where to Find Macrocentrum huberi

Macrocentrum huberi is native to the tropical forests of South America, particularly in Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Macrocentrum huberi FAQ

What are the growing conditions for Macrocentrum huberi?

Macrocentrum huberi prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil.

What is the ideal temperature for Macrocentrum huberi?

Macrocentrum huberi prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C).

What type of soil does Macrocentrum huberi prefer?

Macrocentrum huberi prefers moist, well-drained soil.

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