Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
macrophylla
ID:
780469

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ducke

Source:
iplants

Year:
1947

Citation Micro:
Trop. Woods 90: 29 (1947)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000779802



Common Names

  • Macrophylla Schlegelia
  • Schlegelia Vine
  • Coral Vine


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Description

Schlegelia macrophylla (also called Large-leaved Schlegelia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 10 meters in height. It is native to tropical South America and is found in moist forests and along streams. It has white flowers and pinnate leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Schlegelia macrophylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of timber for furniture and construction.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Schlegelia macrophylla is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Schlegelia macrophylla is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 15 feet in height. It is native to Africa and is widely cultivated in tropical and subtropical regions. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by cuttings or layering. The plant can also be grown from seed, but it is not recommended as the seedlings are not always true to the parent plant.

Where to Find Schlegelia macrophylla

Schlegelia macrophylla is native to tropical South America and is found in Brazil.

Schlegelia macrophylla FAQ

What are the common names of Schlegelia macrophylla?

Large-leaved Schlegelia

What is the natural habitat of Schlegelia macrophylla?

It is native to tropical Africa and Madagascar.

What is the size of Schlegelia macrophylla?

It is a small tree, reaching up to 10 m in height.

Species in the Schlegeliaceae family

Exarata chocoensis, Gibsoniothamnus ficticius, Gibsoniothamnus alatus, Gibsoniothamnus allenii, Gibsoniothamnus cornutus, Gibsoniothamnus epiphyticus, Gibsoniothamnus grandiflorus, Gibsoniothamnus latidentatus, Gibsoniothamnus mirificus, Gibsoniothamnus parvifolius, Gibsoniothamnus stellatus, Gibsoniothamnus truncatus, Gibsoniothamnus versicolor, Schlegelia brachyantha, Schlegelia aurea, Schlegelia axillaris, Schlegelia chocoensis, Schlegelia darienensis, Schlegelia dressleri, Schlegelia fastigiata, Schlegelia fuscata, Schlegelia sulphurea, Schlegelia spruceana, Schlegelia scandens, Schlegelia roseiflora, Schlegelia parviflora, Schlegelia parasitica, Schlegelia paraensis, Schlegelia pandurata, Schlegelia violacea, Schlegelia monachinoi, Schlegelia nicaraguensis, Schlegelia macrocarpa, Schlegelia macrophylla, Schlegelia hirsuta, Schlegelia cauliflora, Schlegelia elongata, Synapsis ilicifolia,

References

Adolpho Ducke (1876-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ducke' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:229559-2: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.