Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
paradoxa
ID:
239980

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kraenzl.) N.Hallé

Source:
wcs

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
Fl. Nouv.-Calédonie & Dépend. 8: 504 (1977)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000239312



Common Names

  • Megastylis paradoxa
  • Megastylis Paradoxa
  • Megastylis Paradoxa Tree


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Synonyms

  • Lyperanthus humboldtianus Guillaumin [unknown]
  • Phaius paradoxus Kraenzl. [unknown]

Description

Megastylis paradoxa (also called Paradox megastylis, among many other common names) is a large, evergreen tree native to Africa. It has large, pinnate leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical rainforests, as well as in open savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Megastylis paradoxa 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

Megastylis paradoxa has small white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and thin with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Megastylis paradoxa is a perennial herb that is native to Africa. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to part shade. Propagation is by division or seed. Division should be done in the spring or fall. Seeds should be sown in the spring or summer in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Megastylis paradoxa

Megastylis paradoxa is native to tropical Africa, from Ethiopia to South Africa.

Megastylis paradoxa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Megastylis paradoxa?

Megastylis paradoxa

What is the common name of Megastylis paradoxa?

Paradox Megastylis

Where is Megastylis paradoxa found?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Madagascar.

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-123390: Based on the initial data import
Friedrich Wilhelm Ludwig Kraenzlin (1847-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kraenzl.' in the authors string.
Nicolas Hallé (1927-2017): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.Hallé' in the authors string.