Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Species:
megalopus
ID:
399361

Status:
valid

Authors:
(K.Schum.) Y.C.F.Su & Mols

Source:
ksu

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 30: 501 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000398693

Common Names

  • Pseuduvaria megalopus
  • Megalopus Pseuduvaria
  • Megalopus Orchid

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Description

Pseuduvaria megalopus (also called Giant Pseuduvaria, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Southeast Asia. It has large, glossy, dark green leaves and grows in moist, shady areas, such as rainforests and along riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Pseuduvaria megalopus is a tropical plant that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and terrariums. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pseuduvaria megalopus has small white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, dark brown and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pseuduvaria megalopus is a shrub native to Southeast Asia. It grows to a height of up to 15 feet and has glossy green leaves. The flowers are small and white. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by cuttings or by seed.

Where to Find Pseuduvaria megalopus

Pseuduvaria megalopus can be found in Southeast Asia, including parts of Malaysia, Indonesia, and the Philippines.

Pseuduvaria megalopus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pseuduvaria megalopus?

Pseuduvaria megalopus

What is the common name of Pseuduvaria megalopus?

Large-footed Pseuduvaria

What is the habitat of Pseuduvaria megalopus?

It is found in moist, shady habitats, such as in forests and along streams

Species in the Pseuduvaria genus

Pseuduvaria monticola, Pseuduvaria unguiculata, Pseuduvaria taipingensis, Pseuduvaria reticulata, Pseuduvaria philippinensis, Pseuduvaria pamattonis, Pseuduvaria oxycarpa, Pseuduvaria nova-guineensis, Pseuduvaria multiovulata, Pseuduvaria sessilifolia, Pseuduvaria mollis, Pseuduvaria macgregorii, Pseuduvaria luzoniensis, Pseuduvaria lignocarpa, Pseuduvaria grandifolia, Pseuduvaria cerina, Pseuduvaria calliura, Pseuduvaria galeata, Pseuduvaria megalopus, Pseuduvaria acerosa, Pseuduvaria borneensis, Pseuduvaria brachyantha, Pseuduvaria bruneiensis, Pseuduvaria clemensiae, Pseuduvaria coriacea, Pseuduvaria cymosa, Pseuduvaria glabrescens, Pseuduvaria kingiana, Pseuduvaria macrocarpa, Pseuduvaria mindorensis, Pseuduvaria obliqua, Pseuduvaria parvipetala, Pseuduvaria sessilicarpa, Pseuduvaria subcordata, Pseuduvaria glossopetala, Pseuduvaria gardneri, Pseuduvaria fragrans, Pseuduvaria phuyensis, Pseuduvaria hyadena, Pseuduvaria trimera, Pseuduvaria froggattii, Pseuduvaria rugosa, Pseuduvaria macrophylla, Pseuduvaria prainii, Pseuduvaria aurantiaca, Pseuduvaria hylandii, Pseuduvaria mulgraveana, Pseuduvaria villosa, Pseuduvaria dielsiana, Pseuduvaria costata,

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

Karl Moritz Schumann (1851-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Schum.' in the authors string.
Johan B. Mols: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mols' in the authors string.
Yvonne C.F. Su: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.C.F.Su' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:60439573-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.