Malanea gabrielensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Müll.Arg.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1875
Citation Micro:
Flora 58: 453 (1875)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000233613
Common Names
- Gabrielensis Malanea
- Gabrielensis Tailflower
- Gabrielensis Flamingo Flower
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Malanea gabrielensis (also called Gabriel's Malanea, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Colombia. It has small, fragrant, white flowers and grows in moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. It is found in forests, woodlands, and along streams and rivers.
Uses & Benefits
Malanea gabrielensis is an ornamental plant, grown for its attractive foliage and flowers. It can be used as a ground cover, in borders, or as a specimen plant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: White or pale greenish-yellow, with a yellowish-green or brownish-green lip. Seed: Small, round and black. Seedlings: Long, narrow and pointed leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Malanea gabrielensis can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood branches and rooted in a moist, sandy soil mix.
Where to Find Malanea gabrielensis
Malanea gabrielensis is found in the Andes Mountains of Colombia and Venezuela.
Malanea gabrielensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Malanea gabrielensis?
Malanea gabrielensis
What is the family of Malanea gabrielensis?
Malvaceae
What is the origin of Malanea gabrielensis?
South America
Species in the Malanea genus
Malanea auyantepuiensis, Malanea boliviana, Malanea centralis, Malanea chimantensis, Malanea chocoana, Malanea ciliolata, Malanea cruzii, Malanea duckei, Malanea egleri, Malanea erecta, Malanea evenosa, Malanea fendleri, Malanea forsteronioides, Malanea gabrielensis, Malanea glabra, Malanea guaiquinimensis, Malanea harleyi, Malanea hirsuta, Malanea hypoleuca, Malanea jauaensis, Malanea martiana, Malanea microphylla, Malanea obovata, Malanea panurensis, Malanea ptariensis, Malanea sanluisensis, Malanea sarmentosa, Malanea schomburgkii, Malanea setulosa, Malanea sipapoensis, Malanea spicata, Malanea subtruncata, Malanea tafelbergensis, Malanea ueiensis, Malanea ursina, Malanea campylocarpa, Malanea cylindrica, Malanea ecuadorensis, Malanea revolutifolia, Malanea pariensis,
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-118040: Based on the initial data import
Johannes Müller Argoviensis (1828-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Müll.Arg.' in the authors string.