Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
chocoana
ID:
234268

Status:
valid

Authors:
Standl. ex Steyerm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1964

Citation Micro:
Acta Biol. Venez. 4: 60 (1964)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000233599

Common Names

  • Chocoana Malanea
  • Chocoana Tailflower
  • Chocoana Flamingo Flower

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Description

Malanea chocoana (also called Malanea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Araceae family. It is native to the tropical rainforests of South America, and is found in montane and lowland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Malanea chocoana is a popular ornamental plant, grown for its attractive foliage and colorful flowers. It is also used in landscaping and as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Malanea chocoana flower is a small, white, bell-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Malanea chocoana is an evergreen shrub that can grow up to 8 feet tall. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring and cuttings should be taken in late summer.

Where to Find Malanea chocoana

Malanea chocoana is native to Colombia and can be found in wet forests and cloud forests.

Malanea chocoana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Malanea chocoana?

Malanea chocoana

What is the common name of Malanea chocoana?

Choco Malanea

Where does Malanea chocoana grow?

Colombia

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-118027: Based on the initial data import
Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.
Julian Alfred Steyermark (1909-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steyerm.' in the authors string.