Status:
valid
Authors:
(Guillaumin) C.Hansen
Source:
ipni
Year:
1993
Citation Micro:
Bull. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat., B, Adansonia , sér. 4, 14(3-4): 415 (1993)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000162732
Common Names
- Phyllagathis marumiaetricha
- Marumiaetricha Phyllagathis
- Marumiaetricha
Synonyms
- Medinilla marumiaetricha Guillaumin [unknown]
Description
Phyllagathis marumiaetricha (also called 'Marumiaetricha phyllagathis', among many other common names) is a small shrub that is native to the Atlantic Forest in Brazil. It has small, ovate leaves and white flowers. It typically grows in moist, shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Phyllagathis marumiaetricha is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and flower arrangements. It is also known for its medicinal properties, including its ability to treat skin conditions, reduce inflammation, and boost the immune system.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Phyllagathis marumiaetricha is a white or yellowish-white, with a yellowish-green throat. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Phyllagathis marumiaetricha is a tropical fern native to Southeast Asia. It prefers moist, shady environments and can be propagated by spores, division, or by rhizome cuttings. It can be cultivated in a pot or in the ground in a shady area.
Where to Find Phyllagathis marumiaetricha
Phyllagathis marumiaetricha is endemic to the Atlantic Forest of Brazil and can be found in the states of Bahia, Espírito Santo, Minas Gerais, Paraná, Rio de Janeiro, Rio Grande do Sul, and São Paulo.
Phyllagathis marumiaetricha FAQ
What is the scientific name of Phyllagathis marumiaetricha?
Phyllagathis marumiaetricha
What is the family of Phyllagathis marumiaetricha?
Melastomataceae
What is the common name of Phyllagathis marumiaetricha?
No common name
Species in the Phyllagathis genus
Phyllagathis stolonifera,
Phyllagathis atroviolacea,
Phyllagathis guttata,
Phyllagathis jacobsiana,
Phyllagathis osmantha,
Phyllagathis penrissenensis,
Phyllagathis rufa,
Phyllagathis steenisii,
Phyllagathis subacaulis,
Phyllagathis beccariana,
Phyllagathis brookei,
Phyllagathis cordata,
Phyllagathis elliptica,
Phyllagathis gigantifolia,
Phyllagathis guillauminii,
Phyllagathis gymnantha,
Phyllagathis peltata,
Phyllagathis pulcherrima,
Phyllagathis tonkinensis,
Phyllagathis tuberculata,
Phyllagathis nanakorniana,
Phyllagathis deltoda,
Phyllagathis longifolius,
Phyllagathis longispicatus,
Phyllagathis maxwellii,
Phyllagathis brevipedunculata,
Phyllagathis dichotoma,
Phyllagathis driessenioides,
Phyllagathis longicalcarata,
Phyllagathis prostrata,
Phyllagathis sessilifolia,
Phyllagathis suberalata,
Phyllagathis subrotunda,
Phyllagathis truncata,
Phyllagathis marumiaetricha,
Phyllagathis ovalifolia,
Phyllagathis setotheca,
Phyllagathis stenophylla,
Phyllagathis melastomatoides,
Phyllagathis hispidissima,
Phyllagathis deltoidea,
Phyllagathis ternata,
Phyllagathis velutina,
Phyllagathis gracilis,
Phyllagathis scorpiothyrsoides,
Phyllagathis tetrandra,
Phyllagathis elattandra,
Phyllagathis cavaleriei,
Phyllagathis asarifolia,
Phyllagathis erecta,
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,