Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Species:
macrantha
ID:
355537

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hook.f.) Exell & Mendonça

Source:
cmp

Year:
1935

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 73(Suppl.): 10 (1935)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000354869



Common Names

  • Jateorhiza macrantha
  • Large-flowered Jateorhiza
  • Macrantha Jateorhiza


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Synonyms

  • Cocculus macranthus Hook.f. [unknown]
  • Jateorhiza strigosa Miers [unknown]

Description

Jateorhiza macrantha (also called 'Large-flowered Jateorhiza', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to the Atlantic Forest of Brazil. It is found in moist, subtropical, and montane forests, usually at altitudes of 500-1500 m.

Uses & Benefits

Jateorhiza macrantha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, diarrhea, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Jateorhiza macrantha is a small, yellow-green flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with thin, green stems and small, yellow-green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Jateorhiza macrantha is a tropical plant native to Central America. It is easy to propagate from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a moist, well-draining soil. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-draining soil and kept moist until germination occurs. The plant prefers partial shade and regular watering.

Where to Find Jateorhiza macrantha

Jateorhiza macrantha is found in tropical regions of Central and South America.

Jateorhiza macrantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Jateorhiza macrantha?

Jateorhiza macrantha

What is the natural habitat of Jateorhiza macrantha?

Tropical rainforests of South America

What is the average size of Jateorhiza macrantha?

The average size is about 1-2 m

Species in the Jateorhiza genus

Species in the Menispermaceae family

Abuta acutifolia, Abuta antioquiana, Abuta aristeguietae, Abuta barbata, Abuta brevifolia, Abuta bullata, Abuta candollei, Abuta chiapasensis, Abuta chocoensis, Abuta colombiana, Abuta dwyeriana, Abuta fluminum, Abuta grandifolia, Abuta grisebachii, Abuta imene, Abuta longa, Abuta mycetandra, Abuta obovata, Abuta pahni, Abuta panamensis, Abuta panurensis, Abuta platyphylla, Abuta racemosa, Abuta rufescens, Abuta sandwithiana, Abuta seemannii, Abuta selloana, Abuta solimoesensis, Abuta soukupii, Abuta spicata, Abuta steyermarkii, Abuta vaupesensis, Abuta velutina, Albertisia apiculata, Albertisia capituliflora, Albertisia cordifolia, Albertisia crassa, Albertisia cuneata, Albertisia delagoensis, Albertisia exelliana, Albertisia ferruginea, Albertisia glabra, Albertisia laurifolia, Albertisia mangenotii, Albertisia mecistophylla, Albertisia megacarpa, Albertisia papuana, Albertisia porcata, Albertisia puberula, Albertisia scandens,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2331475: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
Francisco de Ascensão Mendonça (1889-1982): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mendonça' in the authors string.
Arthur Wallis Exell (1901-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Exell' in the authors string.