Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
macrantha
ID:
914665

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.Wilson

Source:
ksu

Year:
1930

Citation Micro:
Torreya 30: 72 (1930)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000914000



Common Names

  • Samyda macrantha
  • Macrantha Samyda
  • Macrantha False Holly


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Description

Samyda macrantha (also called Large-flowered samyda, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the rainforests of Southeast Asia. It has a spreading habit, with small, leathery leaves and small, yellow-green flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Samyda macrantha is used as a traditional medicine to treat fever, diarrhea, and other ailments. It is also used as a source of timber and for its ornamental value in landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Samyda macrantha has small, yellow flowers that bloom in the spring. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and wiry.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Samyda macrantha is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 4 m in height. It prefers a sunny position and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. Cuttings can also be taken in spring or summer.

Where to Find Samyda macrantha

Samyda macrantha is native to South America and can be found in moist forests and along riverbanks.

Species in the Salicaceae family

Abatia angeliana, Abatia americana, Abatia canescens, Abatia glabra, Abatia mexicana, Abatia microphylla, Abatia parviflora, Abatia rugosa, Abatia spicata, Abatia stellata, Azara alpina, Azara celastrina, Azara dentata, Azara integrifolia, Azara intermedia, Azara lanceolata, Azara microphylla, Azara petiolaris, Azara salicifolia, Azara serrata, Azara uruguayensis, Banara acunae, Banara arguta, Banara axilliflora, Banara boliviana, Banara brasiliensis, Banara brittonii, Banara caymanensis, Banara cordifolia, Banara domingensis, Banara excisa, Banara glauca, Banara guianensis, Banara ibaguensis, Banara larensis, Banara leptophylla, Banara minutiflora, Banara nitida, Banara orinocensis, Banara parviflora, Banara portoricensis, Banara quinquenervis, Banara regia, Banara riparia, Banara riscoi, Banara saxicola, Banara selleana, Banara serrata, Banara splendens, Banara tomentosa,

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