Maxwellia lepidota - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Baill.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1871
Citation Micro:
Adansonia 10: 100 (1871)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000450942
Common Names
- Lepidota Maxwellia
- Lepidota Maxwellia
- Lepidota Maxwellia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Maxwellia lepidota (also called Scaly Water-starwort, among many other common names) is a small, aquatic plant with small, round leaves and white flowers. It is native to South America and is found in shallow waters and wet soils.
Uses & Benefits
Maxwellia lepidota is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Maxwellia lepidota has small white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Maxwellia lepidota can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-draining soil mix. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into several sections, each with at least one growing point. The divisions should then be planted in a well-draining soil mix.
Where to Find Maxwellia lepidota
Maxwellia lepidota can be found in the United States, in California, Oregon, and Washington.
Maxwellia lepidota FAQ
What type of plant is Maxwellia lepidota?
Maxwellia lepidota is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae.
Where is Maxwellia lepidota native to?
Maxwellia lepidota is native to tropical Africa and Madagascar.
What is the growth habit of Maxwellia lepidota?
Maxwellia lepidota is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 3 m tall.
Species in the Maxwellia genus
Species in the Malvaceae family
Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,
References
Henri Ernest Baillon (1827-1895): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baill.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:824307-1: Based on the initial data import