Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
maroana
ID:
796360

Status:
valid

Authors:
Aug.DC.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1901

Citation Micro:
Bull. Herb. Boissier , sér. 2, 1: 584 (1901)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000795693

Common Names

  • Canephora maroana
  • Maroana Canephora
  • Canephora Maroana

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Description

Canephora maroana (also called Maroana Canephora, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to Madagascar. It is a shrub or small tree that grows in tropical rainforests and is found in lowland and montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Canephora maroana is used in traditional Chinese medicine for treating rheumatism, fever, and malaria. It is also used as a food source and for its ornamental value.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Canephora maroana has small, white flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Canephora maroana is a tropical evergreen shrub that is native to tropical Asia and the Pacific Islands. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or stem cuttings.

Where to Find Canephora maroana

Canephora maroana can be found in tropical forests in Southeast Asia and the Pacific Islands.

Canephora maroana FAQ

What is the common name of Canephora maroana?

Maroana Canephora

What are the characteristics of Canephora maroana?

Canephora maroana is a shrub with small, white flowers and broad, evergreen leaves.

Where does Canephora maroana grow?

Canephora maroana is native to Madagascar.

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References