Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Species:
maximus
ID:
783221

Status:
valid

Authors:
McVaugh

Source:
wcs

Year:
1969

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 18(2): 224 (1969)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000782554

Common Names

  • Maximus Calycorectes
  • Maximus Vine
  • Maximus Trumpetflower

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Description

Calycorectes maximus (also called Calycorectes, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is a small tree with white flowers and is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical climates in moist, open forests and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Calycorectes maximus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, inflammation, and gastrointestinal disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Calycorectes maximus has white flowers with yellow centers and a sweet scent. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calycorectes maximus can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. It prefers full sun and regular watering.

Where to Find Calycorectes maximus

Calycorectes maximus is native to Brazil and can be found in moist forests and along riverbanks.

Calycorectes maximus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calycorectes maximus?

Calycorectes maximus

What is the common name of Calycorectes maximus?

Great Calycorectes

What is the natural habitat of Calycorectes maximus?

Tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America

Species in the Myrtaceae family

Acca lanuginosa, Acca macrostema, Accara elegans, Actinodium cunninghamii, Agonis baxteri, Agonis flexuosa, Agonis grandiflora, Agonis theiformis, Agonis undulata, Agonis hypericifolia, Algrizea macrochlamys, Algrizea minor, Allosyncarpia ternata, Aluta appressa, Aluta aspera, Aluta maisonneuvei, Aluta quadrata, Aluta teres, Amomyrtella irregularis, Amomyrtella guilii, Amomyrtus luma, Amomyrtus meli, Angophora bakeri, Angophora clelandi, Angophora costata, Angophora crassifolia, Angophora dichromophloia, Angophora euryphylla, Angophora exul, Angophora floribunda, Angophora hispida, Angophora inopina, Angophora leiocarpa, Angophora melanoxylon, Angophora paludosa, Angophora robur, Angophora subvelutina, Angophora woodsiana, Angophora clelandii, Anticoryne diosmoides, Anticoryne ovalifolia, Anticoryne melanosperma, Archirhodomyrtus baladensis, Archirhodomyrtus beckleri, Archirhodomyrtus paitensis, Archirhodomyrtus turbinata, Archirhodomyrtus vieillardii, Arillastrum gummiferum, Astartea aspera, Astartea corniculata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-32104: Based on the initial data import
Rogers McVaugh (1909-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'McVaugh' in the authors string.