Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
longiflora
ID:
1048683

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
tro

Year:
1844

Citation Micro:
Edwards's Bot. Reg. 30: t. 25 (1844)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001048021

Common Names

  • Macleania longiflora
  • Longiflora Macleania
  • Longiflora Dog Hobble

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Description

Macleania longiflora (also called Long-flowered Macleania, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 4 meters in height and has white flowers. It is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America and is found in wet and humid habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Macleania longiflora is a shrub native to the southeastern United States. It is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for erosion control and to provide habitat for wildlife. The flowers of this plant are edible and can be used to make teas and infusions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Macleania longiflora has white flowers, with a yellow center, and are about 2 cm in diameter. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Macleania longiflora is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 1.5 m in height. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and partial shade. Propagation is best done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Macleania longiflora

Macleania longiflora is native to the Andes Mountains of South America. It can be found in moist, shady areas, often near streams and in mountain meadows.

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