Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Piperales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sydowii
ID:
1279369

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Trel.) T.Arias, Callejas & Bornst.

Source:
tro

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Novon 16: 207 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001278707

Common Names

  • Manekia sydowii
  • Sydow's Manekia
  • Sydow's Star

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Description

Manekia sydowii (also called Sydow's Manekia, among many other common names) is a shrub of the family Melastomataceae. It is native to Central America and is found in wet, montane forests. It has a smooth, grey bark and its leaves are alternate, simple and elliptic-lanceolate in shape.

Uses & Benefits

Manekia sydowii is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments including fever, headache, and stomach problems. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Manekia sydowii is a small, yellow-green, tubular flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, ovoid seed. The seedling is a small, green, upright plant with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Manekia sydowii is a tropical tree species native to Central and South America. It is usually propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature trees and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment with plenty of sunlight.

Where to Find Manekia sydowii

Manekia sydowii is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Manekia sydowii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Manekia sydowii?

Manekia sydowii

What is the common name of Manekia sydowii?

Sydow's Manekia

Where is Manekia sydowii found?

Central America

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 tro-50299719: Based on the initial data import
William Trelease (1857-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Trel.' in the authors string.
Tatiana Arias (b.1979): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.Arias' in the authors string.
Ricardo Callejas (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Callejas' in the authors string.
Allan Jay Bornstein (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bornst.' in the authors string.