Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
insignis
ID:
376653

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.Martens & Galeotti

Source:
cmp

Year:
1842

Citation Micro:
Bull. Acad. Roy. Sci. Bruxelles 9(2): 531 (1842)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000375985

Common Names

  • Insignis Macleania
  • Macleania
  • Insignis Macleania

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Synonyms

  • Macleania linearifolia (Donn.Sm.) A.C.Sm. [valid]
  • Macleania compacta A.C.Sm. [valid]
  • Macleania ovata Klotzsch [valid]
  • Macleania cordata linearifolia Donn.Sm. [valid]
  • Thibaudia laurifolia M.Martens & Galeotti [valid]
  • Macleania cordifolia linearifolia Donn.Sm. [valid]
  • Macleania colorata Klotzsch [valid]

Description

Macleania insignis (also called Insignis Macleania, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to South America. It has small, oval leaves and yellow-green flowers. It grows in heathland, shrubland, and grassland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Macleania insignis is used as an ornamental plant due to its attractive flowers and foliage. It is also used as a hedge or a windbreak, and can be used to attract pollinators to the garden.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Macleania insignis var. linearifolia (Donn.Sm.) Standl. & L.O.Williams

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Macleania insignis is yellow with a white center. The seed is a small, black, shiny, and smooth nut. The seedlings are small, with dark green, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Macleania insignis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and placed in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Macleania insignis

Macleania insignis is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.

Macleania insignis FAQ

What is the common name of Macleania insignis?

Showy Macleania

What type of plant is Macleania insignis?

Evergreen shrub

Where is Macleania insignis native to?

Ecuador

Species in the Macleania genus

Macleania alata, Macleania amplexicaulis, Macleania angulata, Macleania antioquiae, Macleania benthamiana, Macleania bullata, Macleania cardiophylla, Macleania coccinea, Macleania coccoloboides, Macleania cordata, Macleania cordifolia, Macleania costeroides, Macleania crassa, Macleania dodsonii, Macleania ecuadorensis, Macleania epiphytica, Macleania ericae, Macleania farinosa, Macleania floribunda, Macleania hirtiflora, Macleania humboldtiana, Macleania insignis, Macleania laurefolia, Macleania loeseneriana, Macleania longiflora, Macleania macrantha, Macleania maldonadensis, Macleania mollis, Macleania nervosa, Macleania pauciflora, Macleania penduliflora, Macleania pentaptera, Macleania pilgeriana, Macleania poortmannii, Macleania pubiflora, Macleania pulchra, Macleania recumbens, Macleania robusta, Macleania rotundifolia, Macleania rupestris, Macleania salapa, Macleania smithiana, Macleania speciosissima, Macleania spectabilis, Macleania stricta, Macleania subracemosa, Macleania subsessilis, Macleania talamancensis, Macleania tenuiflora, Macleania tenuifolia,

Species in the Ericaceae family

References

Martin Martens (1797-1863): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Martens' in the authors string.
Henri Guillaume Galeotti (1814-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Galeotti' in the authors string.