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
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.
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 Sarcomelicope genus
Sarcomelicope glauca,
Sarcomelicope simplicifolia,
Sarcomelicope petiolaris,
Sarcomelicope pembaiensis,
Sarcomelicope leiocarpa,
Sarcomelicope follicularis,
Sarcomelicope dogniensis,
Sarcomelicope argyrophylla,
Sarcomelicope megistophylla,
Sarcomelicope sarcococca,
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,