Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
campylocarpa
ID:
336937

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.M.Taylor

Source:
wcs

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Novon 13: 225 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000336269

Common Names

  • Malanea Campylocarpa
  • Curved-Fruited Malanea
  • Malanea Plant

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Description

Malanea campylocarpa (also called 'Campylocarpa Malanea', among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 5 meters in height. It is native to Guatemala, and it typically grows in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Malanea campylocarpa is a medicinal plant used to treat various ailments, such as fever, headaches, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Malanea campylocarpa is a white, star-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, shiny, hard seed. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Malanea campylocarpa is a tropical shrub that is native to Central America. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is best done by cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and should be planted in moist, well-drained soil. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, moist location and should be kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Malanea campylocarpa

Malanea campylocarpa is native to Central America and can be found in tropical rainforests.

Malanea campylocarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Malanea campylocarpa?

Malanea campylocarpa

Where does Malanea campylocarpa grow?

It grows in the rainforests of Sumatra, Indonesia.

What is the natural habitat of Malanea campylocarpa?

It grows in the tropical rainforest of Sumatra, Indonesia.

Species in the Malanea genus

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-216634: Based on the initial data import
Charlotte M. Taylor (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.M.Taylor' in the authors string.