Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
acuminata
ID:
236953

Status:
valid

Authors:
Prain

Source:
wcs

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1912: 103 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000236285

Common Names

  • Mareya acuminata
  • Acuminate Mareya
  • Mareya

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Description

Mareya acuminata (also called Acuminata, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 m tall. It is native to Central America and the Caribbean, and is found in tropical moist lowland forests. Its leaves are simple, alternate, and have entire margins.

Uses & Benefits

Mareya acuminata is used for its ornamental value and is often planted in gardens and parks. It is also used as a hedge plant and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mareya acuminata has white flowers with yellow centers and a sweet fragrance. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves and a pale green stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mareya acuminata can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. Pruning is recommended to maintain a neat shape and encourage flowering.

Where to Find Mareya acuminata

Mareya acuminata is native to tropical Africa and can be found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Mareya acuminata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mareya acuminata?

Mareya acuminata

What is the family of Mareya acuminata?

Euphorbiaceae

What is the common name of Mareya acuminata?

Acuminate Mareya

Species in the Euphorbiaceae family

Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-120548: Based on the initial data import
David Prain (1857-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Prain' in the authors string.