Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
parvula
ID:
235908

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.Schum. & Wernham

Source:
wcs

Year:
1919

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 56(Suppl.): 26 (1919)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000235239

Common Names

  • Manettia Parvula
  • Little Manettia
  • Little Flame Vine

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Description

Manettia parvula (also called Small 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 parvula is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Manettia parvula is a small, tubular, white 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Manettia parvula 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 parvula

Manettia parvula can be found in the tropical and subtropical forests of Central and South America.

Manettia parvula FAQ

What is the scientific name of Manettia parvula?

Manettia parvula

What type of plant is Manettia parvula?

Tropical shrub

Where does Manettia parvula 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-119552: Based on the initial data import
Karl Moritz Schumann (1851-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Schum.' in the authors string.
Herbert Fuller Wernham (1879-1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wernham' in the authors string.