Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
mattii
ID:
508224

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.R.Grant

Source:
ksu

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Harvard Pap. Bot. 11: 138 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000507556

Common Names

  • Macrocarpaea mattii
  • Matelea phainops
  • Matelea rhynchocephala

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Description

Macrocarpaea mattii (also called Matt's Macrocarpaea, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Fabaceae family. It is a shrub or small tree with pinnate leaves. It is native to South America and grows in dry habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Macrocarpaea mattii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a groundcover in areas with poor drainage.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Macrocarpaea mattii are small, white and have a sweet scent. The seeds are small, black and have a glossy surface. The seedlings are small, with bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Macrocarpaea mattii can be propagated from seed or by division. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining potting mix in a warm, bright location. Keep the soil moist and the seeds should germinate in 4-6 weeks. To propagate by division, dig up the plant in early spring or late fall and divide the clumps into smaller sections. Replant the divisions in moist, well-draining soil in a sunny location.

Where to Find Macrocarpaea mattii

Macrocarpaea mattii is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America.

Macrocarpaea mattii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Macrocarpaea mattii?

Macrocarpaea mattii

What is the common name of Macrocarpaea mattii?

Matt's Macrocarpaea

What type of plant is Macrocarpaea mattii?

Evergreen shrub

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