Malanea harleyi - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.H.Kirkbr.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1997
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 49(3): 366. 1997
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000233618
Common Names
- Harleyi Malanea
- Harleyi Tailflower
- Harleyi Flamingo Flower
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Malanea harleyi (also called Harley'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 harleyi 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
The flower of Malanea harleyi is white and has five petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are dark green and have a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Malanea harleyi 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 harleyi
Malanea harleyi is found in the Andes Mountains of Colombia and Venezuela.
Malanea harleyi FAQ
What is the scientific name of Malanea harleyi?
Malanea harleyi
What is the common name of Malanea harleyi?
Harley's Malanea
What is the natural habitat of Malanea harleyi?
Tropical rainforests
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-118045: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Harold Kirkbride (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.H.Kirkbr.' in the authors string.