Status:
valid
Authors:
Gaertn.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1791
Citation Micro:
Fruct. Sem. Pl. 2: 468 (1791)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000235399
Common Names
- Manicaria saccifera
- Saccifera Manicaria
- Manicaria Saccifera
Description
Manicaria saccifera (also called Saccifera Manicaria, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Magnoliaceae family. It is native to the tropical rainforests of South America. It grows in lowland and montane forests, usually on limestone soils.
Uses & Benefits
Manicaria saccifera is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its wood is used for construction and furniture.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Manicaria saccifera are white and bell-shaped. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings have thin, long leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Manicaria saccifera is a shrub or small tree that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by cuttings, layering, or division. It can also be propagated from seed, but germination is slow and erratic.
Where to Find Manicaria saccifera
Manicaria saccifera is native to the tropical forests of South America.
Manicaria saccifera FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Manicaria saccifera?
Manicaria saccifera is native to the tropical forests of South America.
What is the average size of Manicaria saccifera?
Manicaria saccifera typically grows to a height of 10-15 meters.
What is the typical lifespan of Manicaria saccifera?
Manicaria saccifera typically lives for 50-100 years.
Species in the Manicaria genus
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Acanthophoenix rubra,
Acanthophoenix rousselii,
Acoelorraphe wrightii,
Acrocomia aculeata,
Acrocomia crispa,
Acrocomia hassleri,
Acrocomia intumescens,
Acrocomia totai,
Acrocomia emensis,
Acrocomia glaucescens,
Acrocomia corumbaensi,
Actinorhytis calapparia,
Actinorhytis calapparia,
Adonidia merrillii,
Adonidia dransfieldii,
Aiphanes graminifolia,
Aiphanes bicornis,
Aiphanes buenaventurae,
Aiphanes multiplex,
Aiphanes acaulis,
Aiphanes chiribogensis,
Aiphanes concinna,
Aiphanes deltoidea,
Aiphanes duquei,
Aiphanes eggersii,
Aiphanes erinacea,
Aiphanes gelatinosa,
Aiphanes grandis,
Aiphanes hirsuta,
Aiphanes horrida,
Aiphanes killipii,
Aiphanes leiostachys,
Aiphanes lindeniana,
Aiphanes linearis,
Aiphanes macroloba,
Aiphanes minima,
Aiphanes parvifolia,
Aiphanes pilaris,
Aiphanes simplex,
Aiphanes spicata,
Aiphanes tricuspidata,
Aiphanes truncata,
Aiphanes ulei,
Aiphanes verrucosa,
Aiphanes weberbaueri,
Aiphanes argos,
Aiphanes tatama,
Aiphanes gloria,
Aiphanes decipiens,