Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
smithiana
ID:
1049550

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.L.Luteyn

Source:
tro

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Fl. Ecuador 54: 131 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001048888

Common Names

  • Macleania smithiana
  • Macleania
  • Smithiana

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Description

Macleania smithiana (also called 'Smith's Macleania', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Ericaceae family. It is native to the Himalayas and grows in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Macleania smithiana is a popular ornamental shrub that is used in landscaping and gardening. It is known for its bright pink-purple flowers and attractive foliage, making it a great choice for a garden centerpiece. It is also a great choice for erosion control, as its strong root system helps to hold soil in place.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Macleania smithiana has white, bell-shaped flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have two oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Macleania smithiana prefers moist, acidic, humus-rich, well-drained soils in part shade. Propagation is by seed, semi-hardwood cuttings, or layering.

Where to Find Macleania smithiana

Macleania smithiana is native to the Himalayas and can be found in the mountains of India, Nepal, and Bhutan.

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