Oxyspora macrophylla - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
macrophylla
ID:
162065
Status:
valid
Authors:
Triana
Source:
ipni
Year:
1872
Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London 28: 73 (1871 publ. 1872)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000161394
Common Names
- Large-leaved Oxyspora
- Large-leaved False-spleenwort
- Large-leaved Polypody
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Hylocharis macrophylla Miq. [unknown]
Description
Oxyspora macrophylla (also called Large-leaved Oxyspora, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to South America. It has white flowers and is found in humid forests and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Oxyspora macrophylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases and wounds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Oxyspora macrophylla is small, white or pink in color, and grows in clusters. The seed is small, black, and round. The seedlings are thin and long, with small, light green leaves.
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Oxyspora macrophylla is a tropical plant that is best grown in a warm, humid environment. It can be propagated from cuttings or by division of the rhizomes. It prefers a well-drained soil with plenty of organic matter. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks. It can be pruned to control its size and shape.
Where to Find Oxyspora macrophylla
Oxyspora macrophylla can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including parts of Africa, Asia, and South America.
Oxyspora macrophylla FAQ
What is the scientific name of Oxyspora macrophylla?
Oxyspora macrophylla
What is the common name of Oxyspora macrophylla?
No common name
What is the family of Oxyspora macrophylla?
Melastomataceae
Species in the Oxyspora genus
Oxyspora acutangula, Oxyspora floribunda, Oxyspora hirta, Oxyspora hispida, Oxyspora macrophylla, Oxyspora racemosa, Oxyspora scabrida, Oxyspora senguptae, Oxyspora stellulata, Oxyspora sumatrana, Oxyspora microflora, Oxyspora auriculata, Oxyspora beccarii, Oxyspora bullata, Oxyspora cordata, Oxyspora exigua, Oxyspora ovata, Oxyspora sagittata, Oxyspora sublepidota, Oxyspora umbellata, Oxyspora wrayi, Oxyspora paniculata, Oxyspora howellii, Oxyspora yunnanensis, Oxyspora vagans, Oxyspora curtisii, Oxyspora longisetosa, Oxyspora cernua, Oxyspora balansae, Oxyspora teretipetiolata, Oxyspora urophylla, Oxyspora hirticalyx, Oxyspora longifolia, Oxyspora decidua,
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
José Jerónimo Triana (1828-1890): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Triana' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:574547-1: Based on the initial data import