Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ecuadorensis
ID:
336939

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.M.Taylor

Source:
wcs

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Novon 13: 226 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000336271

Common Names

  • Malanea Ecuadorensis
  • Ecuadorian Malanea
  • Malanea Tree

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Description

Malanea ecuadorensis (also called Malanea, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to Ecuador. It grows in tropical moist and wet forests.

Uses & Benefits

Malanea ecuadorensis 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 ecuadorensis 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 ecuadorensis is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept at a temperature of 20-25°C. Once seedlings are established, they should be transplanted into individual pots.

Where to Find Malanea ecuadorensis

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

Malanea ecuadorensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Malanea ecuadorensis?

Malanea ecuadorensis

Where does Malanea ecuadorensis grow?

It grows in the rainforests of Ecuador.

What is the natural habitat of Malanea ecuadorensis?

It grows in the tropical rainforest of Ecuador.

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-216636: Based on the initial data import
Charlotte M. Taylor (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.M.Taylor' in the authors string.