Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
tucuruensis
ID:
1272412

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.E.Anderson

Source:
tro

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 53: 413 (2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001271750

Common Names

  • Mascagnia Tucuruensis
  • Tucuru Mascagnia
  • Tucuru Mascagnia Vine

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Description

Mascagnia tucuruensis (also called Tucuru Mascagnia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It is a low-growing plant with long, narrow leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in moist, shady areas, such as along streams and in forests.

Uses & Benefits

Mascagnia tucuruensis is used as an ornamental plant and is also used to treat fever and malaria

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mascagnia tucuruensis is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, long, pointed cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mascagnia tucuruensis is a small evergreen shrub native to Brazil. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings and prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in containers. It can be pruned to shape and can be used as a ground cover.

Where to Find Mascagnia tucuruensis

Mascagnia tucuruensis is found in the tropical forests of Brazil.

Mascagnia tucuruensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mascagnia tucuruensis?

Mascagnia tucuruensis

What is the family of Mascagnia tucuruensis?

Malpighiaceae

What is the habitat of Mascagnia tucuruensis?

Forests

Species in the Mascagnia genus

Mascagnia aptera, Mascagnia macradena, Mascagnia pittieri, Mascagnia ovatifolia, Mascagnia cynanchifolia, Mascagnia dissimilis, Mascagnia brittonii, Mascagnia polybotrya, Mascagnia eggersiana, Mascagnia divaricata, Mascagnia sepium, Mascagnia schunkei, Mascagnia velutina, Mascagnia spicigera, Mascagnia allopterys, Mascagnia almedae, Mascagnia bierosa, Mascagnia brevifolia, Mascagnia cordifolia, Mascagnia tenuifolia, Mascagnia vacciniifolia, Mascagnia loretensis, Mascagnia violacea, Mascagnia peruviana, Mascagnia strigulosa, Mascagnia haenkeana, Mascagnia lilacina, Mascagnia lugoi, Mascagnia microcarpa, Mascagnia boliviana, Mascagnia australis, Mascagnia seleriana, Mascagnia tomentosa, Mascagnia tucuruensis, Mascagnia affinis, Mascagnia glabrata, Mascagnia aequatorialis, Mascagnia arenicola, Mascagnia riedeliana, Mascagnia conformis, Mascagnia corymbosa,

Species in the Malpighiaceae family

Acmanthera cowanii, Acmanthera duckei, Acmanthera fernandesii, Acmanthera latifolia, Acmanthera longifolia, Acmanthera minima, Acmanthera parviflora, Acridocarpus adenophorus, Acridocarpus alopecurus, Acridocarpus alternifolius, Acridocarpus austrocaledonicus, Acridocarpus ballyi, Acridocarpus camerunensis, Acridocarpus chevalieri, Acridocarpus chloropterus, Acridocarpus congestus, Acridocarpus congolensis, Acridocarpus excelsus, Acridocarpus glaucescens, Acridocarpus hirundo, Acridocarpus humbertii, Acridocarpus humblotii, Acridocarpus katangensis, Acridocarpus ledermannii, Acridocarpus longifolius, Acridocarpus macrocalyx, Acridocarpus mayumbensis, Acridocarpus monodii, Acridocarpus natalitius, Acridocarpus oppositifolius, Acridocarpus orientalis, Acridocarpus pauciglandulosus, Acridocarpus perrieri, Acridocarpus plagiopterus, Acridocarpus prasinus, Acridocarpus scheffleri, Acridocarpus smeathmannii, Acridocarpus socotranus, Acridocarpus spectabilis, Acridocarpus staudtii, Acridocarpus ugandensis, Acridocarpus vanderystii, Acridocarpus vivy, Acridocarpus zanzibaricus, Adelphia hiraea, Adelphia macrophylla, Adelphia mirabilis, Adelphia platyrachis, Aenigmatanthera doniana, Aenigmatanthera lasiandra,

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