Megacarpaea — 4 species
Botanical species in the genus Megacarpaea recorded in the PlantPeers database.
Megacarpaea delavayi
Megacarpaea delavayi
Family: Brassicaceae
Cultivation
We have almost no information on this species and do not know if it will be hardy in Britain, though judging by its native range it should succeeds outdoors in most of this country. It is a very ornamental plant that is enormously variable in leaf, flower and fruit shape. The flowers are normally hermaphrodite but are sometimes monoecious or reduced.
Full cultivation guide →Megacarpaea gigantea
Megacarpaea gigantea
Family: Brassicaceae
Cultivation
We have almost no information on this species and do not know if it will be hardy in Britain, though judging by its native range it should succeeds outdoors in most of this country. The flowers are normally hermaphrodite but are sometimes monoecious or reduced. The following notes are based on the general needs of the genus.
Full cultivation guide →Megacarpaea megalocarpa
Megacarpaea megalocarpa
Family: Brassicaceae
Cultivation
Requires a light well-drained soil in a sunny position. The flowers are normally hermaphrodite but are sometimes monoecious or reduced.
Full cultivation guide →Megacarpaea polyandra
Megacarpaea polyandra
Family: Brassicaceae
Cultivation
Requires a well-drained but deep rich soil that is dry in the summer and a position in full sun. Hardy to about -20°c. The flowers are normally hermaphrodite but are sometimes monoecious or reduced.
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