Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
marahuacae
ID:
377152

Status:
valid

Authors:
Struwe & V.A.Albert

Source:
cmp

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Harvard Pap. Bot. 3: 182 (1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000376484

Common Names

  • Macrocarpaea marahuacae
  • Marahuaca Macrocarpaea
  • Marahuaca Tree

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Description

Macrocarpaea marahuacae (also called Marahuaca Macrocarpaea, among many other common names) is a small evergreen tree native to the Andes Mountains of South America. It has glossy, dark green leaves and white flowers with yellow centers. It grows in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade and is hardy in USDA zones 10-11.

Uses & Benefits

Macrocarpaea marahuacae has been used medicinally for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties. It has also been used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Macrocarpaea marahuacae has small, white flowers with four petals and a single, round seed capsule containing several small, dark seeds. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon and a pair of opposite, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Macrocarpaea marahuacae is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Division can be done in the spring or fall. The plant prefers partial shade and moist soil.

Where to Find Macrocarpaea marahuacae

Macrocarpaea marahuacae is native to Venezuela.

Macrocarpaea marahuacae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Macrocarpaea marahuacae?

Macrocarpaea marahuacae

What is the common name of Macrocarpaea marahuacae?

Marahuaca Macrocarpaea

Where is Macrocarpaea marahuacae found?

North America, Europe, and Asia

Species in the Macrocarpaea genus

Macrocarpaea subcaudata, Macrocarpaea pinetorum, Macrocarpaea rugosa, Macrocarpaea autanae, Macrocarpaea affinis, Macrocarpaea obtusifolia, Macrocarpaea bangiana, Macrocarpaea cochabambensis, Macrocarpaea cinchonifolia, Macrocarpaea bracteata, Macrocarpaea browallioides, Macrocarpaea marahuacae, Macrocarpaea neblinae, Macrocarpaea ypsilocaule, Macrocarpaea umerulus, Macrocarpaea voluptuosa, Macrocarpaea weaveri, Macrocarpaea xerantifulva, Macrocarpaea silverstonei, Macrocarpaea betancuriana, Macrocarpaea biremis, Macrocarpaea callejasii, Macrocarpaea lacrossiformis, Macrocarpaea laudabilis, Macrocarpaea maryae, Macrocarpaea papillosa, Macrocarpaea pringleana, Macrocarpaea quechua, Macrocarpaea neillii, Macrocarpaea chthonotropa, Macrocarpaea elix, Macrocarpaea ewaniana, Macrocarpaea gattaca, Macrocarpaea gaudialis, Macrocarpaea gondoloides, Macrocarpaea gran-pajatena, Macrocarpaea gravabilis, Macrocarpaea gulosa, Macrocarpaea hilarula, Macrocarpaea illecebrosa, Macrocarpaea jactans, Macrocarpaea jocularis, Macrocarpaea dies-viridis, Macrocarpaea luctans, Macrocarpaea lucubrans, Macrocarpaea mattii, Macrocarpaea opulenta, Macrocarpaea claireae, Macrocarpaea quizhpei, Macrocarpaea fuentesii,

Species in the Gentianaceae family

Adenolisianthus arboreus, Anthocleista amplexicaulis, Anthocleista djalonensis, Anthocleista grandiflora, Anthocleista inermis, Anthocleista laxiflora, Anthocleista liebrechtsiana, Anthocleista longifolia, Anthocleista madagascariensis, Anthocleista microphylla, Anthocleista nobilis, Anthocleista obanensis, Anthocleista procera, Anthocleista scandens, Anthocleista schweinfurthii, Anthocleista vogelii, Anthocleista potalioides, Aripuana cullmaniorum, Bartonia paniculata, Bartonia verna, Bartonia virginica, Bisgoeppertia robustior, Bisgoeppertia gracilis, Bisgoeppertia scandens, Blackstonia acuminata, Blackstonia grandiflora, Blackstonia imperfoliata, Blackstonia perfoliata, Calolisianthus amplissimus, Calolisianthus pedunculatus, Canscora alata, Canscora andrographioides, Canscora concanensis, Canscora diffusa, Canscora heteroclita, Canscora macrocalyx, Canscora pauciflora, Canscora perfoliata, Canscora roxburghii, Canscora schultesii, Canscora stricta, Canscora bidoupensis, Canscora bhatiana, Canscora shrirangiana, Canscora ciathula, Canscora tetraptera, Celiantha bella, Celiantha chimantensis, Celiantha imthurniana, Centaurium ameghinoi,

References

Victor Anthony Albert (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'V.A.Albert' in the authors string.
Lena Struwe (b.1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Struwe' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:317041-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.