Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
muralis
ID:
331538

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. 2: 1051. 1753 [1 May 1753]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000330870

Common Names

  • Muralis Valantia
  • Valantia Muralis
  • Valantia Muralis

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Synonyms

  • Valantia quadriflora Moench [illegitimate]
  • Valantia muralis aculeata (Ten.) Nyman [unknown]

Description

Valantia muralis (also called Wall Valantia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Araceae. It is native to Colombia and Ecuador. It is found in moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Valantia muralis has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Valantia muralis var. intricata (Lojac.) Brullo
Valantia muralis var. muralis

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Valantia muralis has small yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Valantia muralis is a hardy perennial plant that can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 4-9. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by division or by seed. Division should be done in the spring or fall, while seed should be sown in the spring.

Where to Find Valantia muralis

Valantia muralis can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Spain to the Middle East.

Valantia muralis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Valantia muralis?

Valantia muralis

What is the common name of Valantia muralis?

Mural Valantia

What is the natural habitat of Valantia muralis?

Dry grasslands, steppes, and rocky slopes

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