Agonandra macrocarpa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
macrocarpa
ID:
525129
Status:
valid
Authors:
L.O.Williams
Source:
wcs
Year:
1966
Citation Micro:
Ciencia (Mexico) 24: 227 (1966)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000524461
Common Names
- Agonandra Macrocarpa
- Macrocarpa Agonandra
- Agonandra Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Agonandra macrocarpa (also called Big-Fruited Agonandra, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Apocynaceae. It is native to Mexico and Central America. It grows in dry forests, scrublands, and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Agonandra macrocarpa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its leaves can be used to make tea and its flowers can be used as a garnish for salads. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat digestive disorders.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Agonandra macrocarpa are yellow, with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, with green, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Agonandra macrocarpa is a tropical tree that prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings and can reach heights of up to 20 feet. It is a fast-growing tree and can be pruned to maintain its shape.
Where to Find Agonandra macrocarpa
Agonandra macrocarpa can be found in tropical forests in Central and South America.
Agonandra macrocarpa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Agonandra macrocarpa?
Agonandra macrocarpa
What is the common name of Agonandra macrocarpa?
Large-fruited Agonandra
What is the natural habitat of Agonandra macrocarpa?
Tropical rainforests of South America
Species in the Agonandra genus
Species in the Opiliaceae family
Agonandra brasiliensis, Agonandra excelsa, Agonandra fluminensis, Agonandra goldbergiana, Agonandra macrocarpa, Agonandra obtusifolia, Agonandra ovatifolia, Agonandra peruviana, Agonandra racemosa, Agonandra silvatica, Cansjera leptostachya, Cansjera parvifolia, Cansjera rheedei, Champereia manillana, Gjellerupia papuana, Lepionurus sylvestris, Melientha suavis, Opilia campestris, Opilia amentacea, Pentarhopalopilia umbellulata, Pentarhopalopilia marquesii, Pentarhopalopilia madagascariensis, Pentarhopalopilia perrieri, Rhopalopilia pallens, Rhopalopilia altescandens, Rhopalopilia hallei, Urobotrya siamensis, Urobotrya parviflora, Urobotrya longipes, Urobotrya latisquama, Urobotrya floresensis, Urobotrya congolana, Urobotrya sparsiflora,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2626669: Based on the initial data import
Louis Otho Williams (1908-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.O.Williams' in the authors string.