Status:
valid
Authors:
Leandri
Source:
tro
Year:
1950
Citation Micro:
Ann. Mus. Colon. Marseille , sér. 6, 7-8: 63 (1950)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001143397
Common Names
- Pouzolzia Mandrarensis
- Mandrarensis Pouzolzia
- Mandrarensis Urticaceae
Description
Pouzolzia mandrarensis (also called Mandrarensis False Nettle, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Madagascar. It has a woody stem, and its leaves are ovate to lanceolate in shape. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Pouzolzia mandrarensis is used as an ornamental plant due to its attractive foliage and its ability to tolerate low light conditions. It is also known for its air-purifying properties, removing toxins such as formaldehyde, benzene, and trichloroethylene from the air.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Pouzolzia mandrarensis are small and white, with four petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pouzolzia mandrarensis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-drained soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist but not soggy and provide bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Pouzolzia mandrarensis
Pouzolzia mandrarensis is native to the Caribbean and Central and South America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical climates.
Species in the Pouzolzia genus
Pouzolzia frondosa,
Pouzolzia cordata,
Pouzolzia cymosa,
Pouzolzia denudata,
Pouzolzia guatemalana,
Pouzolzia laevigata,
Pouzolzia laevis,
Pouzolzia guineensis,
Pouzolzia herpetophyton,
Pouzolzia integrifolia,
Pouzolzia conglobata,
Pouzolzia thailandica,
Pouzolzia rubricaulis,
Pouzolzia revoluta,
Pouzolzia occidentalis,
Pouzolzia papuana,
Pouzolzia parasitica,
Pouzolzia mixta,
Pouzolzia obliqua,
Pouzolzia nudiflora,
Pouzolzia ceramica,
Pouzolzia bracteosa,
Pouzolzia australis,
Pouzolzia acalyphoides,
Pouzolzia tsaratananensis,
Pouzolzia variifolia,
Pouzolzia vesicaria,
Pouzolzia zeylanica,
Pouzolzia rugulosa,
Pouzolzia amambaiensis,
Pouzolzia formicaria,
Pouzolzia boiviniana,
Pouzolzia baronii,
Pouzolzia gaudichaudii,
Pouzolzia humbertii,
Pouzolzia weddellii,
Pouzolzia mandrarensis,
Pouzolzia longipes,
Pouzolzia poeppigiana,
Pouzolzia purpusii,
Pouzolzia scaberrima,
Pouzolzia fadenii,
Pouzolzia peteri,
Pouzolzia calophylla,
Pouzolzia niveotomentosa,
Pouzolzia sanguinea,
Pouzolzia arachnoidea,
Pouzolzia latistipula,
Pouzolzia pringlei,
Pouzolzia saxophila,
Species in the Urticaceae family
Archiboehmeria atrata,
Astrothalamus reticulatus,
Australina flaccida,
Australina pusilla,
Australina pusilla,
Boehmeria aspera,
Boehmeria balslevii,
Boehmeria beyeri,
Boehmeria brevirostris,
Boehmeria bullata,
Boehmeria burgeriana,
Boehmeria caudata,
Boehmeria celtidifolia,
Boehmeria clidemioides,
Boehmeria conica,
Boehmeria cylindrica,
Boehmeria densiflora,
Boehmeria depauperata,
Boehmeria didymogyne,
Boehmeria dura,
Boehmeria egregia,
Boehmeria excelsa,
Boehmeria grandis,
Boehmeria hamiltoniana,
Boehmeria helferi,
Boehmeria heterophylla,
Boehmeria holosericea,
Boehmeria japonica,
Boehmeria kiusiana,
Boehmeria kurzii,
Boehmeria lanceolata,
Boehmeria martii,
Boehmeria multiflora,
Boehmeria nakashimae,
Boehmeria nivea,
Boehmeria ourantha,
Boehmeria pavonii,
Boehmeria penduliflora,
Boehmeria pilosiuscula,
Boehmeria platanifolia,
Boehmeria polystachya,
Boehmeria radiata,
Boehmeria ramiflora,
Boehmeria repens,
Boehmeria rugosissima,
Boehmeria siamensis,
Boehmeria sieboldiana,
Boehmeria spicigera,
Boehmeria splitgerbera,
Boehmeria ternifolia,