Status:
valid
Authors:
(Cuatrec.) Sothers & Prance
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 71(4)-58: 34 (2016)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000001217
Common Names
- Moquilea Durifolia
- Durifolia Moquilea
- Durifolia's Moquilea
Description
Moquilea durifolia (also called Durable Moquilea, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to the Atlantic Forest of Brazil. It has simple, opposite leaves and small, white flowers. It prefers moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Moquilea durifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has medicinal properties and can be used to treat fever, skin diseases, and rheumatism.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Moquilea durifolia is a small, white, tubular flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, shiny seed. The seedling is a small, dark green plant with a single stem and two leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Moquilea durifolia is a tropical evergreen shrub native to Central and South America. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment with indirect light.
Where to Find Moquilea durifolia
Moquilea durifolia can be found in Mexico.
Moquilea durifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Moquilea durifolia?
Moquilea durifolia
What is the common name of Moquilea durifolia?
Unknown
What is the natural habitat of Moquilea durifolia?
Tropical rainforests
Species in the Moquilea genus
Moquilea minutiflora,
Moquilea guianensis,
Moquilea leucosepala,
Moquilea pyrifolia,
Moquilea platypus,
Moquilea tomentosa,
Moquilea salzmannii,
Moquilea angustata,
Moquilea araneosa,
Moquilea chocoensis,
Moquilea corniculata,
Moquilea fasciculata,
Moquilea filomenoi,
Moquilea klugii,
Moquilea longipedicellata,
Moquilea montana,
Moquilea silvatica,
Moquilea vasquezii,
Moquilea magnifructa,
Moquilea anneae,
Moquilea belloi,
Moquilea brittoniana,
Moquilea cabrerae,
Moquilea durifolia,
Moquilea fritschii,
Moquilea gonzalezii,
Moquilea imbaimadaiensis,
Moquilea longicuspidata,
Moquilea maranhensis,
Moquilea palcazuensis,
Moquilea salicifolia,
Moquilea tachirensis,
Moquilea velata,
Moquilea boliviensis,
Moquilea cariae,
Moquilea chiriquiensis,
Moquilea egleri,
Moquilea grandibracteata,
Moquilea guatemalensis,
Moquilea hedbergii,
Moquilea jaramilloi,
Moquilea kallunkiae,
Moquilea longipetala,
Moquilea megalophylla,
Moquilea subarachnophylla,
Moquilea tambopatensis,
Moquilea cecidiophora,
Moquilea celiae,
Moquilea dodsonii,
Moquilea espinae,
Species in the Chrysobalanaceae family
Acioa edulis,
Acioa guianensis,
Acioa schultesii,
Acioa somnolens,
Acioa longipendula,
Acioa dolichopoda,
Afrolicania elaeosperma,
Angelesia splendens,
Angelesia fusicarpa,
Angelesia palawanensis,
Atuna cordata,
Atuna elliptica,
Atuna excelsa,
Atuna indica,
Atuna latifrons,
Atuna nannodes,
Atuna penangiana,
Atuna travancorica,
Bafodeya benna,
Chrysobalanus cuspidatus,
Chrysobalanus icaco,
Chrysobalanus prancei,
Couepia belemii,
Couepia bernardii,
Couepia bondarii,
Couepia bracteosa,
Couepia canomensis,
Couepia carautae,
Couepia caryophylloides,
Couepia cataractae,
Couepia chrysocalyx,
Couepia cidiana,
Couepia coarctata,
Couepia comosa,
Couepia eriantha,
Couepia excelsa,
Couepia exflexa,
Couepia froesii,
Couepia glabra,
Couepia grandiflora,
Couepia guianensis,
Couepia habrantha,
Couepia hondurasensis,
Couepia impressa,
Couepia insignis,
Couepia joaquinae,
Couepia krukovii,
Couepia latifolia,
Couepia leitaofilhoi,
Couepia longipetiolata,