Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
calycosa
ID:
235782

Status:
valid

Authors:
Griseb.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1861

Citation Micro:
Fl. Brit. W. I. : 330 (1861)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000235113

Common Names

  • Calycosa Manettia
  • Calycosa
  • Calycosa Manettia

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Synonyms

  • Lygistum calycosum Kuntze [valid]
  • Manettia calycosa latifolia Standl. [valid]
  • Manettia calycosa scaberrima (Wernham) I.C.Chung [valid]
  • Manettia holtonii Wernham [valid]
  • Manettia scaberrima Wernham [valid]
  • Manettia calycosa karsteniana K.Schum. [valid]

Description

Manettia calycosa (also called Firecracker Vine, Little Cigar Plant, and Bird's Eye, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is a woody vine native to tropical America, and is found in tropical and subtropical climates in moist forests, woodlands, and along riverbanks. It has glossy, dark green leaves and produces small, red flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Manettia calycosa is an ornamental plant used to decorate gardens and balconies. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Manettia calycosa is a small, tubular, yellow-orange flower with five petals. The seed is small, black and round. The seedlings are small, thin and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Manettia calycosa can be propagated from cuttings and seeds. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and placed in a moist, well-draining medium. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. The plants should be grown in a warm, sunny location with plenty of air circulation.

Where to Find Manettia calycosa

Manettia calycosa is native to tropical regions of Central and South America.

Manettia calycosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Manettia calycosa?

Manettia calycosa

What is the common name of Manettia calycosa?

Calycosa Manettia

What is the natural habitat of Manettia calycosa?

Tropical forests of Central and South America

Species in the Manettia genus

Manettia acutifolia, Manettia alba, Manettia albert-smithii, Manettia angamarcensis, Manettia arboricola, Manettia asclepiadacea, Manettia asperifolia, Manettia auratifolia, Manettia badilloi, Manettia bangii, Manettia barbata, Manettia bernardii, Manettia beyrichiana, Manettia breteleri, Manettia caliana, Manettia calycosa, Manettia campanulacea, Manettia canescens, Manettia cephalophora, Manettia chrysoderma, Manettia cinchonarum, Manettia coccinea, Manettia coccocypseloides, Manettia coerulea, Manettia congesta, Manettia cordifolia, Manettia corticifera, Manettia cryptantha, Manettia discolor, Manettia divaricata, Manettia domingensis, Manettia dominicensis, Manettia dubia, Manettia echitidea, Manettia evenia, Manettia fiebrigii, Manettia fimbriata, Manettia flexilis, Manettia glandulosa, Manettia glazioviana, Manettia glaziovii, Manettia gracilis, Manettia herthae, Manettia hirtella, Manettia hispida, Manettia holwayi, Manettia honigii, Manettia hotteana, Manettia irwinii, Manettia jorgensenii,

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-119434: Based on the initial data import
August Grisebach (1814-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griseb.' in the authors string.