Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Species:
sylvaticus
ID:
454246

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.W.Cayzer & Crisp

Source:
ksu

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot. 17: 141 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000453578

Common Names

  • Marianthus sylvaticus
  • Sylvaticus Marianthus
  • Marianthus

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Description

Marianthus sylvaticus (also called Woodland Marianthus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub native to South America. It has glossy, dark green leaves and small, yellow flowers. It is found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina, and grows in a variety of habitats, including forests, woodlands, and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Marianthus sylvaticus is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Marianthus sylvaticus has small, white, star-shaped flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. Seedlings have a single pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Marianthus sylvaticus is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done from cuttings taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and placed in a moist medium such as sand or perlite. Keep the cuttings in a warm, bright location and water regularly. Rooting should occur in 4-6 weeks.

Where to Find Marianthus sylvaticus

Marianthus sylvaticus is found in the tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Marianthus sylvaticus FAQ

What is the common name of Marianthus sylvaticus?

Woodland Marianthus

What is the natural habitat of Marianthus sylvaticus?

Woodlands, heaths, and bogs

What is the average size of Marianthus sylvaticus?

It grows to a height of up to 1.5 feet (45 cm)

Species in the Pittosporaceae family

Auranticarpa edentata, Auranticarpa ilicifolia, Auranticarpa melanosperma, Auranticarpa papyracea, Auranticarpa resinosa, Auranticarpa rhombifolia, Bentleya spinescens, Billardiera coriacea, Billardiera cymosa, Billardiera drummondii, Billardiera floribunda, Billardiera fraseri, Billardiera fusiformis, Billardiera heterophylla, Billardiera laxiflora, Billardiera lehmanniana, Billardiera longiflora, Billardiera macrantha, Billardiera mutabilis, Billardiera nesophila, Billardiera ovalis, Billardiera rubens, Billardiera scandens, Billardiera sericophora, Billardiera speciosa, Billardiera uniflora, Billardiera variifolia, Billardiera venusta, Billardiera versicolor, Billardiera viridiflora, Bursaria calcicola, Bursaria incana, Bursaria longisepala, Bursaria occidentalis, Bursaria reevesii, Bursaria spinosa, Bursaria tenuifolia, Bursaria cayzerae, Cheiranthera borealis, Cheiranthera simplicifolia, Cheiranthera telfordii, Cheiranthera alternifolia, Cheiranthera brevifolia, Cheiranthera filifolia, Cheiranthera linearis, Cheiranthera parviflora, Cheiranthera preissiana, Cheiranthera volubilis, Hymenosporum flavum, Marianthus coerulea-punctatus,

References

Michael D. Crisp (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Crisp' in the authors string.
Lindy W. Cayzer (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.W.Cayzer' in the authors string.