Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Piperales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
naranjoana
ID:
454123

Status:
valid

Authors:
(C.DC.) Callejas

Source:
cmp

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Syst. Bot. Missouri Bot. Gard. 97: 121 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000453455

Common Names

  • Manekia naranjoana
  • Naranjo Manekia
  • Naranjo-leaved Manekia

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Synonyms

  • Piper naranjoanum C.DC. [unknown]
  • Piper terminalispicum Standl. [unknown]
  • Sarcorhachis naranjoana Trel. [unknown]
  • Sarcorhachis anomala Trel. [unknown]

Description

Manekia naranjoana (also called Naranjo Manekia, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to South America. It has small, oval leaves and grows in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Manekia naranjoana is used for its ornamental value in landscaping and as a traditional medicine for treating fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Manekia naranjoana has small, white flowers with four petals and a yellow center. The seed is small and round with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Manekia naranjoana is an evergreen shrub that can reach heights of up to 8 feet. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through semi-hardwood cuttings taken in the summer. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and should be about 6 inches in length. Place the cuttings in a moist medium and keep in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted. Transplant the rooted cuttings into individual pots and grow until they are ready to be planted in the garden.

Where to Find Manekia naranjoana

Manekia naranjoana can be found in the tropical rainforests of Costa Rica.

Manekia naranjoana FAQ

What type of soil does Manekia naranjoana prefer?

Manekia naranjoana prefers moist, well-drained soil with a pH of 6.0-7.5.

What is the optimal temperature for Manekia naranjoana?

Manekia naranjoana prefers temperatures between 55-75 degrees Fahrenheit.

What is the optimal light for Manekia naranjoana?

Manekia naranjoana prefers bright, indirect light.

Species in the Piperaceae family

Manekia venezuelana, Manekia obtusa, Manekia naranjoana, Manekia urbani, Manekia incurva, Manekia sydowii, Peperomia megalopoda, Peperomia melanokirrocarpa, Peperomia melinii, Peperomia matlalucaensis, Peperomia meeboldii, Peperomia maxwellana, Peperomia maypurensis, Peperomia tuisana, Peperomia uaupesensis, Peperomia turboensis, Peperomia turialvensis, Peperomia tutuilana, Peperomia udisilvestris, Peperomia macrostachya, Peperomia maculosa, Peperomia maestrana, Peperomia magnoliifolia, Peperomia macedoana, Peperomia mala, Peperomia marchionensis, Peperomia mariannensis, Peperomia marivelesana, Peperomia martiana, Peperomia manarae, Peperomia marahuacensis, Peperomia mantadiana, Peperomia mutilata, Peperomia naitasiriensis, Peperomia muscicola, Peperomia nandalana, Peperomia ripicola, Peperomia rivulorum, Peperomia retivenulosa, Peperomia quadrifolia, Peperomia quadrangularis, Peperomia quaesita, Peperomia quaifei, Peperomia rodriguesiana, Peperomia curtispica, Peperomia cyclophylla, Peperomia cuspidata, Peperomia deppeana, Peperomia defluens, Peperomia degeneri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2510979: Based on the initial data import
Casimir de Candolle (1836-1918): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.DC.' in the authors string.
Ricardo Callejas (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Callejas' in the authors string.