Malouetia aquatica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aquatica
ID:
235472
Status:
valid
Authors:
Markgr.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1980
Citation Micro:
Bradea 3(11): 81 (1980)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000234803
Common Names
- Aquatica Malouetia
- Aquatica Kamala
- Aquatica Indian Kamala
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Malouetia aquatica (also called Water 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 aquatica is used as an ornamental plant in water gardens and aquariums. It is also used to treat skin diseases and as a fish poison.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Malouetia aquatica is a small, yellowish-green, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed of Malouetia aquatica is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings of Malouetia aquatica are small, green, oval-shaped seedlings.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Malouetia aquatica 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 aquatica
Malouetia aquatica is native to South America and can be found in nurseries and garden centers in that region.
Malouetia aquatica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Malouetia aquatica?
Malouetia aquatica
What is the natural habitat of Malouetia aquatica?
Malouetia aquatica is native to Colombia.
What are the care requirements for Malouetia aquatica?
Malouetia aquatica requires bright indirect light, moist soil, and regular watering.
Species in the Malouetia genus
Malouetia amplexicaulis, Malouetia aquatica, Malouetia arborea, Malouetia barbata, Malouetia bequaertiana, Malouetia bubalina, Malouetia calva, Malouetia cuatrecasatis, Malouetia duckei, Malouetia flavescens, Malouetia glandulifera, Malouetia gracilis, Malouetia gracillima, Malouetia grandiflora, Malouetia guatemalensis, Malouetia heudelotii, Malouetia isthmica, Malouetia killipii, Malouetia lata, Malouetia mildbraedii, Malouetia molongo, Malouetia naias, Malouetia nitida, Malouetia parvifolia, Malouetia pubescens, Malouetia quadricasarum, Malouetia sessilis, Malouetia tamaquarina, Malouetia virescens, Malouetia amazonica, Malouetia gentryi, Malouetia pumila,
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-119141: Based on the initial data import
Friedrich Markgraf (1897-1987): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Markgr.' in the authors string.