Status:
valid
Authors:
Triana & Planch.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1862
Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 4, 17: 362 (1862)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000450530
Common Names
- Marcgravia caudata
- Marcgravia
- Caudata
Synonyms
- Marcgravia affinis Hemsl. [unknown]
Description
Marcgravia caudata (also called Tailed Vines, among many other common names) is a climbing vine that can reach up to 10 m in length. It is native to the Caribbean, and is commonly found in tropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Marcgravia caudata is used as an ornamental plant, for its attractive foliage and flowers. It can also be used as a windbreak and to control erosion.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Marcgravia caudata has small, white flowers and its seeds are small, brown and round. Its seedlings are small, thin and have a light green color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Marcgravia caudata is a tropical vine native to Central and South America. It is best grown in well-drained, humus-rich soil in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is by stem cuttings or by seed.
Where to Find Marcgravia caudata
Marcgravia caudata is native to the Caribbean islands of Jamaica and Hispaniola.
Marcgravia caudata FAQ
What is the common name of Marcgravia caudata?
Tailed marcgravia
What is the natural habitat of Marcgravia caudata?
Tropical rainforests
What type of soil does Marcgravia caudata prefer?
Well-drained, acidic soil
Species in the Marcgravia genus
Marcgravia hartii,
Marcgravia elegans,
Marcgravia fosbergiana,
Marcgravia eichleriana,
Marcgravia evenia,
Marcgravia domingensis,
Marcgravia coriacea,
Marcgravia caudata,
Marcgravia brachysepala,
Marcgravia sororopaniana,
Marcgravia tobagensis,
Marcgravia stonei,
Marcgravia serrae,
Marcgravia schippii,
Marcgravia rubra,
Marcgravia roonii,
Marcgravia rectiflora,
Marcgravia purpurea,
Marcgravia sprucei,
Marcgravia trianae,
Marcgravia maguirei,
Marcgravia punctifolia,
Marcgravia nubicola,
Marcgravia nepenthoides,
Marcgravia brownei,
Marcgravia mexicana,
Marcgravia pedunculosa,
Marcgravia patellulifera,
Marcgravia oligandra,
Marcgravia crassicostata,
Marcgravia crenata,
Marcgravia dasyantha,
Marcgravia macroscypha,
Marcgravia myriostigma,
Marcgravia neurophylla,
Marcgravia oblongifolia,
Marcgravia salicifolia,
Marcgravia stenonectaria,
Marcgravia subcaudata,
Marcgravia weberbaueri,
Marcgravia sintenisii,
Marcgravia atropunctata,
Marcgravia nervosa,
Marcgravia pittieri,
Marcgravia polyantha,
Marcgravia longifolia,
Marcgravia trinitatis,
Marcgravia flagellaris,
Marcgravia williamsii,
Marcgravia gentlei,
Species in the Marcgraviaceae family
Marcgravia hartii,
Marcgravia elegans,
Marcgravia fosbergiana,
Marcgravia eichleriana,
Marcgravia evenia,
Marcgravia domingensis,
Marcgravia coriacea,
Marcgravia caudata,
Marcgravia brachysepala,
Marcgravia sororopaniana,
Marcgravia tobagensis,
Marcgravia stonei,
Marcgravia serrae,
Marcgravia schippii,
Marcgravia rubra,
Marcgravia roonii,
Marcgravia rectiflora,
Marcgravia purpurea,
Marcgravia sprucei,
Marcgravia trianae,
Marcgravia maguirei,
Marcgravia punctifolia,
Marcgravia nubicola,
Marcgravia nepenthoides,
Marcgravia brownei,
Marcgravia mexicana,
Marcgravia pedunculosa,
Marcgravia patellulifera,
Marcgravia oligandra,
Marcgravia crassicostata,
Marcgravia crenata,
Marcgravia dasyantha,
Marcgravia macroscypha,
Marcgravia myriostigma,
Marcgravia neurophylla,
Marcgravia oblongifolia,
Marcgravia salicifolia,
Marcgravia stenonectaria,
Marcgravia subcaudata,
Marcgravia weberbaueri,
Marcgravia sintenisii,
Marcgravia atropunctata,
Marcgravia nervosa,
Marcgravia pittieri,
Marcgravia polyantha,
Marcgravia longifolia,
Marcgravia trinitatis,
Marcgravia flagellaris,
Marcgravia williamsii,
Marcgravia gentlei,