Status:
valid
Authors:
F.Muell.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1870
Citation Micro:
Fragm. 7: 107 (1870)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000246393
Common Names
- Motherwellia haplosciadea
- Haplosciadea Motherwellia
- Motherwellia Haplosciadea
Synonyms
- Aralia motherwellii F.Muell. [unknown]
Description
Motherwellia haplosciadea (also called Motherwellia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It typically grows in moist forests, woodlands, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Motherwellia haplosciadea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Motherwellia haplosciadea is white and has a tubular shape. The seed is small and round. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Motherwellia haplosciadea is a perennial herb native to China. It can be propagated from seed or by division of the root system. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep them in a warm, sunny location. Water regularly and keep the soil moist. Once the seedlings have emerged, they can be transplanted into their permanent location.
Where to Find Motherwellia haplosciadea
Motherwellia haplosciadea is native to South Africa.
Motherwellia haplosciadea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Motherwellia haplosciadea?
Motherwellia haplosciadea
What is the common name of Motherwellia haplosciadea?
Unknown
What is the natural habitat of Motherwellia haplosciadea?
Tropical forests
Species in the Motherwellia genus
Species in the Araliaceae family
Anakasia simplicifolia,
Aralia apioides,
Aralia armata,
Aralia atropurpurea,
Aralia bicrenata,
Aralia bipinnata,
Aralia cachemirica,
Aralia caesia,
Aralia californica,
Aralia castanopsisicola,
Aralia chinensis,
Aralia continentalis,
Aralia cordata,
Aralia dasyphylla,
Aralia dasyphylloides,
Aralia debilis,
Aralia decaisneana,
Aralia delavayi,
Aralia echinocaulis,
Aralia elata,
Aralia excelsa,
Aralia fargesii,
Aralia ferox,
Aralia finlaysoniana,
Aralia foliolosa,
Aralia frodiniana,
Aralia gigantea,
Aralia gintungensis,
Aralia glabra,
Aralia glabrifoliolata,
Aralia henryi,
Aralia hispida,
Aralia humilis,
Aralia kansuensis,
Aralia kingdon-wardii,
Aralia leschenaultii,
Aralia malabarica,
Aralia melanocarpa,
Aralia merrillii,
Aralia mexicana,
Aralia montana,
Aralia nudicaulis,
Aralia parasitica,
Aralia plumosa,
Aralia racemosa,
Aralia regeliana,
Aralia rex,
Aralia scaberula,
Aralia scopulorum,
Aralia searelliana,