Status:
valid
Authors:
Woodson
Source:
wcs
Year:
1936
Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci. 60: 208 (1936)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000234807
Common Names
- Bequaertiana Malouetia
- Bequaertiana Kamala
- Bequaertiana Indian Kamala
Synonyms
- Malouetia brachyloba Pichon [unknown]
Description
Malouetia bequaertiana (also called Bequaert's Malouetia, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub that can reach up to 10 meters in height. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Malouetia bequaertiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to treat skin diseases and as a fish poison.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Malouetia bequaertiana is a small, yellowish-green, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed of Malouetia bequaertiana is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings of Malouetia bequaertiana are small, green, oval-shaped seedlings.
Cultivation and Propagation
Malouetia bequaertiana 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 bequaertiana
Malouetia bequaertiana is native to South America and can be found in nurseries and garden centers in that region.
Malouetia bequaertiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Malouetia bequaertiana?
Malouetia bequaertiana
What is the natural habitat of Malouetia bequaertiana?
Malouetia bequaertiana is native to Colombia.
What are the care requirements for Malouetia bequaertiana?
Malouetia bequaertiana 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,