Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
toroi
ID:
235973

Status:
valid

Authors:
Standl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1931

Citation Micro:
Publ. Field Columb. Mus., Bot. Ser. 7: 10 (1931)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000235304

Common Names

  • Toroi Manettia
  • Toroi Scarlet Manettia
  • Toroi's Manettia

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Description

Manettia toroi (also called Toroi, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is a woody vine native to Central America and the Caribbean. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Manettia toroi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating fever, diarrhea, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Manettia toroi has small, white, tubular flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and green with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Manettia toroi can be propagated from seed or stem cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Stem cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a potting mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Manettia toroi

Manettia toroi is native to South America, and can be found in Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela.

Manettia toroi FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Manettia toroi?

Manettia toroi prefer temperatures between 60-85 degrees Fahrenheit.

What type of soil should I use for Manettia toroi?

Well-draining, fertile soil is best for Manettia toroi.

How much light does Manettia toroi need?

Manettia toroi needs bright, indirect light.

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,

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