Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
luetzelburgii
ID:
158843

Status:
valid

Authors:
Markgr.

Source:
ipni

Year:
1927

Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Bot. Gart. Berlin-Dahlem 10: 50 (1927)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000158172

Common Names

  • Marcetia
  • Luetzelburg's Marcetia
  • Marcetia Luetzelburgii

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Description

Marcetia luetzelburgii (also called Luetzelburg's Marcetia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Melastomataceae. It is native to Colombia and Venezuela. It is an evergreen shrub or small tree, growing up to 5 m tall. It prefers moist, shady habitats, such as tropical rainforest.

Uses & Benefits

Marcetia luetzelburgii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Marcetia luetzelburgii has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Marcetia luetzelburgii is a shrub native to the Caribbean islands and Central and South America. It is an evergreen plant that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. The plant prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can tolerate full sun but may require more frequent watering. It is also tolerant of salt spray.

Where to Find Marcetia luetzelburgii

Marcetia luetzelburgii can be found in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Marcetia luetzelburgii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Marcetia luetzelburgii?

Marcetia luetzelburgii

What are the common names of Marcetia luetzelburgii?

Luetzelburg's marcetia, luetzelburg's marcetia

What is the natural habitat of Marcetia luetzelburgii?

Marcetia luetzelburgii is found in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil

Species in the Melastomataceae family

Acanthella sprucei, Acanthella pulchra, Acanthella conferta, Aciotis polystachya, Aciotis purpurascens, Aciotis acuminifolia, Aciotis annua, Aciotis rubricaulis, Aciotis cordata, Aciotis indecora, Aciotis paludosa, Aciotis circaeoides, Aciotis ornata, Aciotis circaeifolia, Aciotis wurdackiana, Aciotis olivieriana, Aciotis ferreirana, Aciotis viscida, Aciotis pendulifolia, Aciotis brachybotria, Acisanthera pulchella, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera boliviensis, Acisanthera variabilis, Acisanthera uniflora, Acisanthera alsinaefolia, Acisanthera paraguayensis, Acisanthera alata, Acisanthera hedyotoidea, Acisanthera glazioviana, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera ayangannae, Acisanthera divaricata, Adelobotrys ciliatus, Adelobotrys atlanticus, Adelobotrys adscendens, Adelobotrys barbatus, Adelobotrys ciliata, Adelobotrys macrophylla, Adelobotrys praetexta, Adelobotrys tessmannii, Adelobotrys boissieriana, Adelobotrys fuscescens, Adelobotrys macrantha, Adelobotrys rotundifolius, Adelobotrys subsessilis, Adelobotrys jefensis, Adelobotrys linearifolia, Adelobotrys ayangannensis, Adelobotrys scandens,