Status:
valid
Authors:
A.DC.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1844
Citation Micro:
Prodr. 8: 380 (1844)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000234825
Common Names
- Heudelotii Malouetia
- Heudelotii Kamala
- Heudelotii Indian Kamala
Synonyms
- Malouetia africana K.Schum. [unknown]
Description
Malouetia heudelotii (also called Heudelot'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 heudelotii 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 heudelotii is a small, yellowish-green, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed of Malouetia heudelotii is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings of Malouetia heudelotii are small, green, oval-shaped seedlings.
Cultivation and Propagation
Malouetia heudelotii is a tropical shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is best propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and placed in a rooting medium such as sand or perlite. Keep the cuttings in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.
Where to Find Malouetia heudelotii
Malouetia heudelotii is native to South America and can be found in nurseries and garden centers in that region.
Malouetia heudelotii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Malouetia heudelotii?
Malouetia heudelotii
What is the natural habitat of Malouetia heudelotii?
Malouetia heudelotii is native to Colombia.
What are the care requirements for Malouetia heudelotii?
Malouetia heudelotii 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,