Medemia argun - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Mart.) Württemb. ex H.Wendl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1881
Citation Micro:
Bot. Zeitung (Berlin) 39: 93 (1881)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000239121
Common Names
- Medemia argun
- Medemia
- Argun
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Medemia argun (also called 'Argun Medemia', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 5 meters tall. It is native to Central and South America and is found in tropical and subtropical forests. It has leathery leaves with serrated edges and small white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Medemia argun is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Medemia argun has small, yellow flowers with a sweet scent. The seeds are small, dark brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with long, thin, light green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Medemia argun is a shrub native to Southeast Asia. It prefers full sun and well-draining soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months. Propagation is done by cuttings or by layering.
Where to Find Medemia argun
Medemia argun can be found in the tropical forests of Ethiopia.
Medemia argun FAQ
What is the scientific name of Medemia argun?
Medemia argun
What are the common names of Medemia argun?
Medemia argun is also known as the Argun Medemia
What is the natural habitat of Medemia argun?
Medemia argun is native to the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia
Species in the Medemia genus
Species in the Arecaceae family
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References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-123201: Based on the initial data import
Hermann Wendland (1825-1903): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Wendl.' in the authors string.
Duke Paul Wilhelm of Württemberg (1797-1860): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Württemb.' in the authors string.