Macrococculus pomiferus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pomiferus
ID:
451122
Status:
valid
Authors:
Becc.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1877
Citation Micro:
Malesia 1: 161 (1877)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000450454
Common Names
- Apple-bearing Macrococculus
- Apple-bearing Cocculus
- Apple-bearing Moonseed
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Macrococculus pomiferus (also called Apple-bearing Macrococculus, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub native to Central America and northern South America. It has a rounded crown and grows up to 15 m tall. Its leaves are alternate, simple, and oblong-lanceolate. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist forests, as well as in secondary forests.
Uses & Benefits
Macrococculus pomiferus is used as an ornamental plant, for its attractive foliage and flowers. It can also be used as a windbreak and to control erosion.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Macrococculus pomiferus has yellow flowers and its seeds are small, black and round. Its seedlings are small, thin and have a light green color.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Macrococculus pomiferus is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 8 m in height. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, cuttings, or layering.
Where to Find Macrococculus pomiferus
Macrococculus pomiferus is native to East Asia, where it can be found in moist, shady areas.
Macrococculus pomiferus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Macrococculus pomiferus?
Macrococculus pomiferus
What is the common name of Macrococculus pomiferus?
Apple Moonseed
What is the natural habitat of Macrococculus pomiferus?
Macrococculus pomiferus is found in moist, shady forests and along stream banks.
Species in the Macrococculus 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
Odoardo Beccari (1843-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Becc.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:581027-1: Based on the initial data import