Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Species:
rubra
ID:
1246565

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Spreng.) Balle

Source:
tro

Year:
1954

Citation Micro:
Bull. Séances Inst. Roy. Colon. Belge 25: 1630 (1954)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001245903

Common Names

  • Moquiniella rubra
  • Rubra Moquiniella
  • Moquiniella

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Description

Moquiniella rubra (also called 'Red Moquiniella', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree found in the Mexican states of Oaxaca, Veracruz and Chiapas. It has alternate, simple leaves, and white flowers in axillary clusters. Its habitats include tropical deciduous forests, tropical semi-deciduous forests, and tropical evergreen forests.

Uses & Benefits

Moquiniella rubra is used for making teas and as a flavoring agent in foods. It is also used for medicinal purposes such as treating digestive problems and reducing inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Moquiniella rubra is yellow. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a yellow stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Moquiniella rubra can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Both methods will require regular watering and fertilization for best results.

Where to Find Moquiniella rubra

Moquiniella rubra is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Moquiniella rubra FAQ

What is the scientific name of Moquiniella rubra?

Moquiniella rubra

What is the common name of Moquiniella rubra?

Red Moquiniella

What is the natural habitat of Moquiniella rubra?

Moquiniella rubra is native to tropical regions of Central and South America.

Species in the Moquiniella genus

Species in the Loranthaceae family

Actinanthella menyharthii, Actinanthella wyliei, Aetanthus andreanus, Aetanthus colombianus, Aetanthus coriaceus, Aetanthus dichotomus, Aetanthus engelsii, Aetanthus macranthus, Aetanthus mutisii, Aetanthus nodosus, Aetanthus ornatus, Aetanthus ovalis, Aetanthus trifolius, Aetanthus prolongatus, Aetanthus sessilifolius, Aetanthus verticillatus, Aetanthus megaphyllus, Aetanthus pascoensis, Aetanthus tachirensis, Aetanthus validus, Agelanthus atrocoronatus, Agelanthus bipartitus, Agelanthus brunneus, Agelanthus combreticola, Agelanthus copaiferae, Agelanthus crassifolius, Agelanthus deltae, Agelanthus dichrous, Agelanthus discolor, Agelanthus djurensis, Agelanthus dodonaeifolius, Agelanthus elegantulus, Agelanthus entebbensis, Agelanthus falcifolius, Agelanthus flammeus, Agelanthus fuellebornii, Agelanthus gilgii, Agelanthus glaucoviridis, Agelanthus glomeratus, Agelanthus gracilis, Agelanthus guineensis, Agelanthus henriquesii, Agelanthus heteromorphus, Agelanthus igneus, Agelanthus irangensis, Agelanthus kayseri, Agelanthus keilii, Agelanthus krausei, Agelanthus kraussianus, Agelanthus lancifolius,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50134810: Based on the initial data import
Anton Sprengel (1803-1851): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Spreng.' in the authors string.
Simone Balle (1906-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Balle' in the authors string.