Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
macrocarpa
ID:
421769

Status:
valid

Authors:
Airy Shaw

Source:
wcs

Year:
1971

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 25: 512 (1971)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000421101



Common Names

  • Macrocarpa Bridelia
  • Large-Fruited Bridelia
  • Large-Fruited Ironwood


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Synonyms

  • Bridelia beguinii Airy Shaw [unknown]

Description

Bridelia macrocarpa (also called Large-fruited Bridelia, among many other common names) is a small evergreen tree native to tropical Africa. It has a rounded shape and grows up to 10 meters in height. It prefers moist soil and can be found in woodlands, thickets, and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Bridelia macrocarpa is used as a medicinal plant, for erosion control, and for wildlife habitat.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bridelia macrocarpa is small and yellow. The seed is small, round, and dark brown. The seedling has a single cotyledon and a single pair of true leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Bridelia macrocarpa: This plant prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is usually done by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination.

Where to Find Bridelia macrocarpa

Bridelia macrocarpa is native to India, Sri Lanka, and China. It is found in moist forests and thickets.

Bridelia macrocarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bridelia macrocarpa?

Bridelia macrocarpa

What is the natural habitat of Bridelia macrocarpa?

It is native to tropical Africa.

What is the size of Bridelia macrocarpa?

It is a small to medium-sized shrub, growing up to 10 feet tall.

Species in the Bridelia genus

Bridelia adusta, Bridelia affinis, Bridelia assamica, Bridelia atroviridis, Bridelia balansae, Bridelia brideliifolia, Bridelia cathartica, Bridelia cinnamomea, Bridelia curtisii, Bridelia duvigneaudii, Bridelia eranalis, Bridelia erapensis, Bridelia exaltata, Bridelia ferruginea, Bridelia fordii, Bridelia glauca, Bridelia grandis, Bridelia harmandii, Bridelia insulana, Bridelia leichhardtii, Bridelia macrocarpa, Bridelia micrantha, Bridelia microphylla, Bridelia mollis, Bridelia montana, Bridelia montana, Bridelia moonii, Bridelia ndellensis, Bridelia nicobarica, Bridelia oligantha, Bridelia ovata, Bridelia parvifolia, Bridelia pervilleana, Bridelia pustulata, Bridelia retusa, Bridelia rhomboidalis, Bridelia ripicola, Bridelia scleroneura, Bridelia sikkimensis, Bridelia somalensis, Bridelia speciosa, Bridelia stipularis, Bridelia taitensis, Bridelia tenuifolia, Bridelia tomentosa, Bridelia triplocarya, Bridelia tulasneana, Bridelia verrucosa, Bridelia whitmorei, Bridelia finalis,

Species in the Phyllanthaceae family

Actephila alanbakeri, Actephila saccata, Actephila albidula, Actephila anthelminthica, Actephila aurantiaca, Actephila collinsiae, Actephila daii, Actephila dolichopoda, Actephila excelsa, Actephila foetida, Actephila grandifolia, Actephila latifolia, Actephila lindleyi, Actephila longipedicellata, Actephila macrantha, Actephila mearsii, Actephila merrilliana, Actephila mooreana, Actephila nitidula, Actephila ovalis, Actephila petiolaris, Actephila pierrei, Actephila platysepala, Actephila puberula, Actephila sessilifolia, Actephila subsessilis, Actephila trichogyna, Actephila bella, Actephila championiae, Actephila flavescens, Actephila plicata, Actephila traceyi, Actephila venusta, Actephila vernicosa, Actephila forsteri, Amanoa almerindae, Amanoa anomala, Amanoa bracteosa, Amanoa caribaea, Amanoa congesta, Amanoa cupatensis, Amanoa glaucophylla, Amanoa gracillima, Amanoa guianensis, Amanoa muricata, Amanoa nanayensis, Amanoa neglecta, Amanoa oblongifolia, Amanoa sinuosa, Amanoa steyermarkii,

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