Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
nitida
ID:
235507

Status:
valid

Authors:
Spruce ex Müll.Arg.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1860

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 6(1): 94 (1860)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000234838

Common Names

  • Malouetia nitida
  • Malouetia nitida var. nitida
  • Malouetia nitida var. lanceolata

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Synonyms

  • Robbia nitida (Spruce ex Müll.Arg.) Pulle [unknown]

Description

Malouetia nitida (also called Shiny 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 nitida 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

Malouetia nitida has yellow flowers with white centers, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Malouetia nitida 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 nitida

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

Malouetia nitida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Malouetia nitida?

Malouetia nitida

What is the family of Malouetia nitida?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Malouetia nitida?

Shiny 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-119173: Based on the initial data import
Richard Spruce (1817-1893): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spruce' in the authors string.
Johannes Müller Argoviensis (1828-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Müll.Arg.' in the authors string.