Status:
valid
Authors:
Markgr.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1983
Citation Micro:
Ernstia 19: 1 (1983)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000234810
Common Names
- Calva Malouetia
- Calva Kamala
- Calva Indian Kamala
Description
Malouetia calva (also called Calva 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 calva 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 calva is a small, yellowish-green, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed of Malouetia calva is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings of Malouetia calva are small, green, oval-shaped seedlings.
Cultivation and Propagation
Malouetia calva 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 calva
Malouetia calva is native to South America and can be found in nurseries and garden centers in that region.
Malouetia calva FAQ
What is the scientific name of Malouetia calva?
Malouetia calva
What is the natural habitat of Malouetia calva?
Malouetia calva is native to Colombia.
What are the care requirements for Malouetia calva?
Malouetia calva 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,