Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
amplexicaulis
ID:
235471

Status:
valid

Authors:
Spruce ex Müll.Arg.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1860

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 6(1): 91 (1860)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000234802

Common Names

  • Amplexicaulis Malouetia
  • Amplexicaulis Kamala
  • Amplexicaulis Indian Kamala

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Description

Malouetia amplexicaulis (also called Amplexicaul Malouetia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Araceae. It is native to Colombia and Venezuela, and is found in tropical rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Malouetia amplexicaulis is used as an ornamental plant and as a source of dye. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Malouetia amplexicaulis is a small, yellowish-green, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed of Malouetia amplexicaulis is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings of Malouetia amplexicaulis are small, green, oval-shaped seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Malouetia amplexicaulis is an evergreen, woody shrub native to tropical Asia. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood shoots and rooted in a moist medium.

Where to Find Malouetia amplexicaulis

Malouetia amplexicaulis is native to Central and South America and can be found in moist forests and along riverbanks.

Malouetia amplexicaulis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Malouetia amplexicaulis?

Malouetia amplexicaulis

What is the natural habitat of Malouetia amplexicaulis?

Malouetia amplexicaulis is native to Colombia.

What are the care requirements for Malouetia amplexicaulis?

Malouetia amplexicaulis requires bright indirect light, moist soil, and regular watering.

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-119140: Based on the initial data import
Richard Spruce (1817-1893): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spruce' in the authors string.
Johannes Müller Argoviensis (1828-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Müll.Arg.' in the authors string.