Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
isthmica
ID:
235495

Status:
valid

Authors:
Markgr. ex A.H.Gentry

Source:
wcs

Year:
1974

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 61(3): 898 (-899). 1974

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000234826

Common Names

  • Isthmica Malouetia
  • Isthmica Kamala
  • Isthmica Indian Kamala

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Description

Malouetia isthmica (also called Isthmus 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 isthmica 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 isthmica is a small, yellowish-green, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed of Malouetia isthmica is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings of Malouetia isthmica are small, green, oval-shaped seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Malouetia isthmica 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 isthmica

Malouetia isthmica is native to Central America and can be found in nurseries and garden centers in that region.

Malouetia isthmica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Malouetia isthmica?

Malouetia isthmica

What is the family of Malouetia isthmica?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Malouetia isthmica?

Isthmus Malouetia

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-119162: Based on the initial data import
Friedrich Markgraf (1897-1987): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Markgr.' in the authors string.
Alwyn Howard Gentry (1945-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.H.Gentry' in the authors string.