Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
cespedesiana
ID:
1296914

Status:
valid

Authors:
Triana & Planch.

Source:
tro

Year:
1862

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 4, 18: 270 (1862)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001296252

Common Names

  • Marila cespedesiana
  • Cespedes' Marila
  • Cespedesiana Marila

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Description

Marila cespedesiana (also called cespedes marila, among many other common names) is a species of flowering tree in the Clusiaceae family. It is native to Colombia. It typically grows in tropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Marila cespedesiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including skin diseases, rheumatism, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Marila cespedesiana is yellow in color and has five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped nut. The seedlings have a single stem with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Marila cespedesiana is a medium-sized evergreen tree native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America. It can reach heights of up to 30 feet and prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, but cuttings can also be used. The seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from semi-mature wood and planted in a well-drained medium.

Where to Find Marila cespedesiana

Marila cespedesiana is native to Cuba.

Marila cespedesiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Marila cespedesiana?

Marila cespedesiana

What is the family of Marila cespedesiana?

Melastomataceae

Where is Marila cespedesiana found?

Cuba

Species in the Calophyllaceae family

Calophyllum acidus, Calophyllum acutiputamen, Calophyllum aerarium, Calophyllum alboramulum, Calophyllum amblyphyllum, Calophyllum andersonii, Calophyllum angulare, Calophyllum apetalum, Calophyllum archipelagi, Calophyllum ardens, Calophyllum articulatum, Calophyllum aurantiacum, Calophyllum aureobrunnescens, Calophyllum aureum, Calophyllum austroindicum, Calophyllum balansae, Calophyllum banyengii, Calophyllum bicolor, Calophyllum biflorum, Calophyllum bifurcatum, Calophyllum blancoi, Calophyllum brachyphyllum, Calophyllum bracteatum, Calophyllum brasiliense, Calophyllum brassii, Calophyllum calaba, Calophyllum calcicola, Calophyllum caledonicum, Calophyllum canum, Calophyllum carrii, Calophyllum castaneum, Calophyllum caudatum, Calophyllum celebicum, Calophyllum cerasiferum, Calophyllum ceriferum, Calophyllum chapelieri, Calophyllum clemensiorum, Calophyllum collinum, Calophyllum comorense, Calophyllum complanatum, Calophyllum confertum, Calophyllum confusum, Calophyllum cordato-oblongum, Calophyllum coriaceum, Calophyllum costatum, Calophyllum costulatum, Calophyllum cucullatum, Calophyllum cuneifolium, Calophyllum dasypodium, Calophyllum depressinervosum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-7801847: Based on the initial data import
José Jerónimo Triana (1828-1890): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Triana' in the authors string.
Jules Émile Planchon (1823-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Planch.' in the authors string.