Status:
valid
Authors:
Standl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1931
Citation Micro:
Publ. Field Columb. Mus., Bot. Ser. 7: 186 (1931)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000235178
Common Names
- Holway's Manettia
- Holwayi Manettia
- Holway's Firecracker
Description
Manettia holwayi (also called Holway's Manettia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the coffee family. It is a woody, evergreen vine that is native to Central and South America, and grows in tropical and subtropical forests. It has bright orange tubular flowers and glossy green leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Manettia holwayi is a species of flowering vine that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It can also be used to make herbal teas and as a natural insect repellent.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Manettia holwayi is a small, bright purple tubular flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Manettia holwayi can be propagated by stem cuttings or division. To propagate by stem cuttings, take a cutting that is 4-6 inches long and remove the lower leaves. Place the cutting in a moist potting mix and keep it in a warm, bright location. To propagate by division, carefully separate the root ball into two or more sections and replant each section in a separate pot. Manettia holwayi prefers a warm, humid climate and should be planted in well-draining soil in a sunny location.
Where to Find Manettia holwayi
Manettia holwayi is native to Brazil.
Manettia holwayi FAQ
What is the scientific name of Manettia holwayi?
Manettia holwayi
What is the common name of Manettia holwayi?
Holwayi Manettia
What is the natural habitat of Manettia holwayi?
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,