Status:
valid
Authors:
(Spruce ex Benth.) Huber
Source:
tro
Year:
1909
Citation Micro:
Bol. Mus. Goeldi Hist. Nat. Ethnogr. v. 428 (1909).
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001132684
Common Names
- Rhabdodendron
- Macrophyllum
- Large-Leaved Rhabdodendron
Description
Rhabdodendron macrophyllum (also called Rhabdodendron, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in open areas, secondary forests, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Rhabdodendron macrophyllum is used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, malaria, and dysentery. It is also used as an ornamental plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Rhabdodendron macrophyllum is a white, bell-shaped bloom. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Rhabdodendron macrophyllum is a tropical plant that is best grown in a warm, humid environment. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can be propagated from stem cuttings or by division of the rootstock. It can also be grown from seed, although germination can be slow and unreliable.
Where to Find Rhabdodendron macrophyllum
Rhabdodendron macrophyllum is native to eastern Asia and can be found in moist, shady areas.
Species in the Rhabdodendron genus
Species in the Rhabdodendraceae family