Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
martiana
ID:
234297

Status:
valid

Authors:
Müll.Arg.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1875

Citation Micro:
Flora 58: 453 (1875)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000233628

Common Names

  • Martiana Malanea
  • Martiana Tailflower
  • Martiana Flamingo Flower

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Synonyms

  • Malanea sarmentosa Mart. [illegitimate]

Description

Malanea martiana (also called Marti'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 martiana 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 martiana 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Malanea martiana is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-draining soil mix and kept at a temperature of around 70°F (21°C). Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood in late summer or early fall and rooted in a moist, well-draining potting mix. Keep the cuttings in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Malanea martiana

Malanea martiana is found in the Andes Mountains of Colombia and Venezuela.

Malanea martiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Malanea martiana?

Malanea martiana

What is the common name of Malanea martiana?

Martian Malanea

What is the natural habitat of Malanea martiana?

Tropical rainforests

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,

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