Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
macroptera
ID:
1233213

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Benth.) Parry

Source:
tro

Year:
1886

Citation Micro:
Proc. Davenport Acad. Nat. Sci. v. 27. 1886 [27 Jul 1886]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001232551



Common Names

  • Harfordia macroptera
  • Jungle Rice
  • Climbing Rice


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Description

Harfordia macroptera (also called 'Large-winged Harfordia', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Primulaceae. It is an evergreen shrub with white flowers and large wings. It is native to Taiwan and is found in subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Harfordia macroptera is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Harfordia macroptera var. galioides (Greene) Reveal
Harfordia macroptera var. fruticosa (Greene) Reveal

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Harfordia macroptera has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seed pods are long and thin, containing small, black seeds. The seedlings have long, thin stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Harfordia macroptera is a small, evergreen shrub native to Mexico. It is easy to propagate from cuttings taken in spring or summer. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature stems and placed in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and in a warm, sunny location. The cuttings should root in 4-6 weeks.

Where to Find Harfordia macroptera

Harfordia macroptera is found in the tropical and subtropical forests of Central and South America.

Harfordia macroptera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Harfordia macroptera?

Harfordia macroptera

What is the common name of Harfordia macroptera?

Large-winged Harfordia

What is the natural habitat of Harfordia macroptera?

Moist woods and rocky slopes

Species in the Harfordia genus

Species in the Polygonaceae family

Acanthoscyphus parishii, Afrobrunnichia africana, Afrobrunnichia erecta, Antigonon flavescens, Antigonon guatimalense, Antigonon leptopus, Aristocapsa insignis, Atraphaxis intricata, Atraphaxis angustifolia, Atraphaxis aucheri, Atraphaxis avenia, Atraphaxis badghysi, Atraphaxis billardieri, Atraphaxis bracteata, Atraphaxis canescens, Atraphaxis caucasica, Atraphaxis compacta, Atraphaxis daghestanica, Atraphaxis decipiens, Atraphaxis frutescens, Atraphaxis grandiflora, Atraphaxis irtyschensis, Atraphaxis karataviensis, Atraphaxis kopetdagensis, Atraphaxis laetevirens, Atraphaxis macrocarpa, Atraphaxis manshurica, Atraphaxis muschketowii, Atraphaxis pungens, Atraphaxis pyrifolia, Atraphaxis rodinii, Atraphaxis seravschanica, Atraphaxis spinosa, Atraphaxis suaedifolia, Atraphaxis teretifolia, Atraphaxis virgata, Atraphaxis arianum, Atraphaxis atraphaxiforme, Atraphaxis toktogulicum, Brunnichia ovata, Calligonum acanthopterum, Calligonum aciferum, Calligonum aculeatum, Calligonum aequilaterale, Calligonum alaschanicum, Calligonum alatiforme, Calligonum alatum, Calligonum amoenum, Calligonum androssowii, Calligonum aphyllum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50071325: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Charles Christopher Parry (1823-1890): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Parry' in the authors string.