Macrocentrum longidens - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
longidens
ID:
1278586
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Gleason) Wurdack
Source:
tro
Year:
1958
Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 10: 114 (1958)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001277924
Common Names
- Macrocentrum longidens
- Macrocentrum
- Longidens
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Macrocentrum longidens (also called Long-toothed Macrocentrum, among many other common names) is an herbaceous plant that is native to the Caribbean and Central and South America. It has a single stem with lanceolate leaves and white flowers. It is found in open areas, especially in disturbed habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Macrocentrum longidens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for birds and other animals.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Macrocentrum longidens is a small, white, fluffy flower. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are thin and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Macrocentrum longidens is a small shrub that can reach up to 2 m (6.5 ft) in height. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained medium and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist medium.
Where to Find Macrocentrum longidens
Macrocentrum longidens is native to Central and South America and can be found in moist, shady habitats.
Macrocentrum longidens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Macrocentrum longidens?
Macrocentrum longidens
What is the common name of Macrocentrum longidens?
Longidens Macrocentrum
What is the natural habitat of Macrocentrum longidens?
Tropical forests
Species in the Macrocentrum genus
Macrocentrum droseroides, Macrocentrum minus, Macrocentrum cristatum, Macrocentrum anychioides, Macrocentrum brevipedicellatum, Macrocentrum steyermarkii, Macrocentrum repens, Macrocentrum yaracuyense, Macrocentrum latifolium, Macrocentrum vestitum, Macrocentrum huberi, Macrocentrum anfractum, Macrocentrum fruticosum, Macrocentrum gesneriaceum, Macrocentrum gracile, Macrocentrum neblinae, Macrocentrum parvulum, Macrocentrum stipulaceum, Macrocentrum angustifolium, Macrocentrum chimantense, Macrocentrum longidens, Macrocentrum maguirei, Macrocentrum rubescens, Macrocentrum fasciculatum, Macrocentrum parviflora, Macrocentrum andinum,
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
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50296362: Based on the initial data import
Henry Gleason (1882-1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gleason' in the authors string.
John Julius Wurdack (1921-1998): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wurdack' in the authors string.