Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
microphylla
ID:
234299

Status:
valid

Authors:
Standl. & Steyerm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1953

Citation Micro:
Fieldiana, Bot. 28: 582 (1953)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000233630

Common Names

  • Microphylla Malanea
  • Microphylla Tailflower
  • Microphylla Flamingo Flower

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Description

Malanea microphylla (also called Small-leaved 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 microphylla 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 microphylla 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 microphylla 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 microphylla

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

Malanea microphylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Malanea microphylla?

Malanea microphylla

What is the common name of Malanea microphylla?

Small-leaved Malanea

What is the natural habitat of Malanea microphylla?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-118056: 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.