Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
plicata
ID:
242495

Status:
valid

Authors:
Steyerm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 23: 235 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000241827

Common Names

  • Merumea plicata
  • Plicata Merumea
  • Merumea Plant

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Description

Merumea plicata (also called Plicate Merumea, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has a woody stem and grows up to 1 meter tall. It has yellow flowers and prefers dry, sunny habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Merumea plicata is used as an ornamental plant and is also used for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Merumea plicata are small, yellow, and bell-shaped with five petals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Merumea plicata is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to New Caledonia. It is a shrub or small tree growing to 4 m tall. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and placed in a well-drained, sandy soil. Keep the soil moist but not wet.

Where to Find Merumea plicata

Merumea plicata can be found in tropical Africa.

Merumea plicata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Merumea plicata?

Merumea plicata

What is the common name of Merumea plicata?

Plicate Merumea

What is the natural habitat of Merumea plicata?

Dry grasslands and scrubland

Species in the Merumea genus

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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