Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Species:
megistophylla
ID:
505066

Status:
valid

Authors:
T.G.Hartley

Source:
ksu

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Bull. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat., B, Adansonia 8: 185 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000504398

Common Names

  • Sarcomelicope megistophylla
  • Megistophylla Sarcomelicope
  • Bigleaf Sarcomelicope

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Description

Sarcomelicope megistophylla (also called Large-leaved Sarcomelicope, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rhamnaceae family. It is native to the south-eastern Australia. It grows in dry sclerophyll forest, in sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Sarcomelicope megistophylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to make traditional medicines.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Sarcomelicope megistophylla are small, white and star-shaped. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small, with thin, green stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sarcomelicope megistophylla is a perennial herb that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from the stems and placed in a rooting medium. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Sarcomelicope megistophylla

Sarcomelicope megistophylla can be found in the Andes Mountains of Peru, Bolivia, and Ecuador.

Sarcomelicope megistophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sarcomelicope megistophylla?

Sarcomelicope megistophylla

What type of plant is Sarcomelicope megistophylla?

It is a shrub

Where is Sarcomelicope megistophylla found?

It is found in the tropical rainforests of South America

Species in the Rutaceae family

Acmadenia alternifolia, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia baileyensis, Acmadenia bodkinii, Acmadenia burchellii, Acmadenia candida, Acmadenia densifolia, Acmadenia faucitincta, Acmadenia flaccida, Acmadenia fruticosa, Acmadenia gracilis, Acmadenia heterophylla, Acmadenia kiwanensis, Acmadenia latifolia, Acmadenia laxa, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia macropetala, Acmadenia maculata, Acmadenia matroosbergensis, Acmadenia mundiana, Acmadenia nivea, Acmadenia nivenii, Acmadenia obtusata, Acmadenia patentifolia, Acmadenia rourkeana, Acmadenia rupicola, Acmadenia sheilae, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia tetracarpellata, Acmadenia tetragona, Acmadenia trigona, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia wittebergensis, Acradenia euodiiformis, Acradenia frankliniae, Acronychia richards-beehleri, Acronychia aberrans, Acronychia acidula, Acronychia acronychioides, Acronychia acuminata, Acronychia arfakensis, Acronychia baeuerlenii, Acronychia brassii, Acronychia carrii, Acronychia cartilaginea, Acronychia chooreechillum,