Manettia nubigena - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Diels
Source:
wcs
Year:
1937
Citation Micro:
Biblioth. Bot. 29(116): 150 (1937)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000235231
Common Names
- Manettia Nubigena
- Cloud-born Manettia
- Cloud-born Flame Vine
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Manettia nubigena (also called Cloudy Manettia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is a woody, perennial vine that is native to Central and South America. It typically grows in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Manettia nubigena is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and flower beds. It has a long flowering period and produces small, fragrant yellow and blue flowers. It is also used as a ground cover in shady areas and can be used to attract birds and butterflies.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Manettia nubigena is a small, tubular, yellow-orange colored bloom with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, round seed. The seedling is a small, green plant with a single stem and two leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Manettia nubigena can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be done in spring or summer for best results.
Where to Find Manettia nubigena
Manettia nubigena is found in Central and South America.
Manettia nubigena FAQ
What is the scientific name of Manettia nubigena?
Manettia nubigena
What type of plant is Manettia nubigena?
Tropical shrub
Where does Manettia nubigena grow?
Tropical regions 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-119545: Based on the initial data import
Ludwig Diels (1874-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Diels' in the authors string.