Status:
valid
Authors:
P.Royen
Source:
wcs
Year:
1979
Citation Micro:
Alp. Fl. New Guinea 2: 675 (1979)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000239181
Common Names
- Mediocalcar stevenscoodei
- Mediocalcar
- Stevenscoodei
Synonyms
- Mediocalcar viridicoccineum P.Royen [unknown]
Description
Mediocalcar stevenscoodei (also called 'Stevenscoodei Mediocalcar', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 5 meters tall. It is native to Central and South America and is found in tropical and subtropical forests. It has leathery leaves with serrated edges and small yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Mediocalcar stevenscoodei is used in traditional Chinese medicine for treating fever, headache, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Mediocalcar stevenscoodei has small, white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green with a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Mediocalcar stevenscoodei can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a moist, well-draining potting mix. Keep the cuttings in a warm, bright location and water regularly.
Where to Find Mediocalcar stevenscoodei
Mediocalcar stevenscoodei can be found in New Guinea.
Mediocalcar stevenscoodei FAQ
What is the scientific name of Mediocalcar stevenscoodei?
Mediocalcar stevenscoodei
What is the natural habitat of Mediocalcar stevenscoodei?
Tropical rainforests
What are the common names of Mediocalcar stevenscoodei?
Tropical trumpet vine, giant trumpet vine
Species in the Mediocalcar genus
Mediocalcar agathodaemonis,
Mediocalcar arfakense,
Mediocalcar bifolium,
Mediocalcar bulbophylloides,
Mediocalcar congestum,
Mediocalcar crenulatum,
Mediocalcar decoratum,
Mediocalcar geniculatum,
Mediocalcar papuanum,
Mediocalcar paradoxum,
Mediocalcar pygmaeum,
Mediocalcar stevenscoodei,
Mediocalcar subteres,
Mediocalcar umboiense,
Mediocalcar uniflorum,
Mediocalcar versteegii,
Species in the Orchidaceae family
Aa fiebrigii,
Aa hartwegii,
Aa hieronymi,
Aa leucantha,
Aa lorentzii,
Aa macra,
Aa achalensis,
Aa maderoi,
Aa mandonii,
Aa matthewsii,
Aa microtidis,
Aa paleacea,
Aa argyrolepis,
Aa riobambae,
Aa rosei,
Aa schickendanzii,
Aa sphaeroglossa,
Aa trilobulata,
Aa weddelliana,
Aa aurantiaca,
Aa calceata,
Aa colombiana,
Aa denticulata,
Aa erosa,
Aa figueroi,
Aa lozanoi,
Aa lehmannii,
Acampe carinata,
Acampe cephalotes,
Acampe ochracea,
Acampe pachyglossa,
Acampe praemorsa,
Acampe joiceyana,
Acampe hulae,
Acanthophippium bicolor,
Acanthophippium chrysoglossum,
Acanthophippium curtisii,
Acanthophippium eburneum,
Acanthophippium gougahense,
Acanthophippium javanicum,
Acanthophippium lilacinum,
Acanthophippium mantinianum,
Acanthophippium parviflorum,
Acanthophippium pictum,
Acanthophippium splendidum,
Acanthophippium striatum,
Acanthophippium sylhetense,
Acanthophippium curtisii,
Achlydosa glandulosa,
Acianthera aculeata,