Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Species:
macrantha
ID:
534133

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.E.Fr.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1934

Citation Micro:
Acta Horti Berg. 12: 27 (1934)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000533465

Common Names

  • Large-flowered Anaxagorea
  • Anaxagorea macrantha
  • Large-flowered Anaxagorea Tree

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Description

Anaxagorea macrantha (also called Large Anaxagorea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the plantain family. It is native to Central and South America and is found in a variety of habitats, including rainforests, swamps, and disturbed areas. It has large, oval-shaped leaves and produces large, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Anaxagorea macrantha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a traditional medicine for treating fever, stomachache, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Anaxagorea macrantha are white or yellowish-white, with four petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anaxagorea macrantha is a tropical evergreen shrub that grows up to 8 feet tall and wide. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and planted in a well-draining soil mix.

Where to Find Anaxagorea macrantha

Anaxagorea macrantha can be found in tropical rainforests in Central and South America.

Anaxagorea macrantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anaxagorea macrantha?

Anaxagorea macrantha

What are the common names of Anaxagorea macrantha?

Large-flowered Anaxagorea

What is the habitat of Anaxagorea macrantha?

Tropical rainforest

Species in the Annonaceae family

Afroguatteria bequaertii, Afroguatteria globosa, Afroguatteria discostigma, Alphonsea boniana, Alphonsea curtisii, Alphonsea cylindrica, Alphonsea elliptica, Alphonsea gaudichaudiana, Alphonsea hainanensis, Alphonsea havilandii, Alphonsea hortensis, Alphonsea javanica, Alphonsea johorensis, Alphonsea keithii, Alphonsea kinabaluensis, Alphonsea kingii, Alphonsea lucida, Alphonsea lutea, Alphonsea maingayi, Alphonsea malayana, Alphonsea mollis, Alphonsea monogyna, Alphonsea orthopetala, Alphonsea ovata, Alphonsea papuasica, Alphonsea philastreana, Alphonsea siamensis, Alphonsea sonlaensis, Alphonsea stenogyna, Alphonsea tonquinensis, Alphonsea tsangyanensis, Alphonsea ventricosa, Alphonsea zeylanica, Alphonsea borneensis, Alphonsea rugosa, Alphonsea glandulosa, Alphonsea pallida, Alphonsea annulata, Alphonsea isthmicola, Alphonsea longicarpa, Alphonsea phuwuaensis, Ambavia capuronii, Ambavia gerrardii, Anaxagorea acuminata, Anaxagorea allenii, Anaxagorea angustifolia, Anaxagorea borneensis, Anaxagorea brachycarpa, Anaxagorea brevipedicellata, Anaxagorea brevipes,

References

Robert Elias Fries (1876-1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.E.Fr.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:12512-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.