Status:
valid
Authors:
Negaresh
Source:
ipni
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 195(2): 172 (2015)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001341488
Description
Amberboa maroofii (also called 'Maroof's Amberboa', among many other common names) is a species of perennial plant native to India, Bangladesh, and Nepal. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests at elevations of 1000-3000 m. It has an upright habit and large, ovate leaves. The flowers are white and have a long, curved stem.
Uses & Benefits
Amberboa maroofii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes, and its essential oils are used in the production of perfumes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Amberboa maroofii has yellow flowers with four petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are thin and long with a single stem and two leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Amberboa maroofii is a perennial plant that is easy to propagate from cuttings or divisions. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be propagated by seed, but it is best to use cuttings or divisions for faster results.
Where to Find Amberboa maroofii
Amberboa maroofii is native to Pakistan and can be found in the Punjab region.
Amberboa maroofii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Amberboa maroofii?
Amberboa maroofii
What is the family of Amberboa maroofii?
Asteraceae
Where is Amberboa maroofii native to?
Pakistan
Species in the Amberboa genus
Amberboa glauca,
Amberboa turanica,
Amberboa amberboi,
Amberboa sosnovskyi,
Amberboa glauca,
Amberboa iljiniana,
Amberboa nana,
Amberboa moschata,
Amberboa bucharica,
Amberboa takhtajanii,
Amberboa gubanovii,
Amberboa zanjanica,
Amberboa maroofii,
Species in the Asteraceae family
Aaronsohnia pubescens,
Aaronsohnia factorovskyi,
Abrotanella filiformis,
Abrotanella rostrata,
Abrotanella linearis,
Abrotanella trilobata,
Abrotanella muscosa,
Abrotanella inconspicua,
Abrotanella trichoachaenia,
Abrotanella caespitosa,
Abrotanella nivigena,
Abrotanella pusilla,
Abrotanella linearifolia,
Abrotanella papuana,
Abrotanella rosulata,
Abrotanella emarginata,
Abrotanella fertilis,
Abrotanella spathulata,
Abrotanella purpurea,
Abrotanella patearoa,
Abrotanella submarginata,
Abrotanella diemii,
Abrotanella scapigera,
Abrotanella forsterioides,
Acamptopappus shockleyi,
Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus,
Acanthocephalus benthamianus,
Acanthocephalus amplexifolius,
Acanthocladium dockeri,
Acanthodesmos distichus,
Acanthodesmos gibarensis,
Acanthospermum humile,
Acanthospermum consobrinum,
Acanthospermum glabratum,
Acanthospermum microcarpum,
Acanthospermum hispidum,
Acanthospermum australe,
Acanthospermum lecocarpoides,
Acanthostyles buniifolius,
Acanthostyles saucechicoensis,
Achillea buiana,
Achillea conrathii,
Achillea cucullata,
Achillea styriaca,
Achillea clavennae,
Achillea cappadocica,
Achillea huber-morathii,
Achillea ptarmicoides,
Achillea sieheana,
Achillea barrelieri,
References
Kazem Negaresh: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Negaresh' in the authors string.