Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
wernhamiana
ID:
235985

Status:
valid

Authors:
Standl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
Publ. Field Columb. Mus., Bot. Ser. 11: 223 (1936)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000235316

Common Names

  • Manettia wernhamiana
  • Wernhamiana Manettia
  • Wernham's Laceflower

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Description

Manettia wernhamiana (also called Wernham's Manettia, 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 wernhamiana 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 wernhamiana has small, white, tubular flowers with yellow-green centers. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are thin and spindly.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Manettia wernhamiana is an evergreen shrub that grows best in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained, moist soil and can tolerate dry conditions. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Manettia wernhamiana

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

Manettia wernhamiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Manettia wernhamiana?

Manettia wernhamiana

What is the common name of Manettia wernhamiana?

Wernham's Manettia

What is the family of Manettia wernhamiana?

Rubiaceae

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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