Macleania spectabilis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.C.Sm.
Source:
tro
Year:
1940
Citation Micro:
Amer. J. Bot. 27: 541 (1940)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001048022
Common Names
- Macleania spectabilis
- Spectabilis Macleania
- Spectabilis Dog Hobble
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Macleania spectabilis (also called Spectabilis 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 spectabilis 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
The flowers of Macleania spectabilis are small, white and tubular, with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Macleania spectabilis 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 spectabilis
Macleania spectabilis 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
References
Albert Charles Smith (1906-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.C.Sm.' in the authors string.