Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
malpaisana
ID:
1412845

Status:
valid

Authors:
(T.Van Devender & G.L.Nesom) Christenh. & Byng

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 4: 146 (2018)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001425310

Common Names

  • Verbena malpaisana
  • Malpais Verbena
  • Malpais Vervain
  • Malpais Vervine

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Description

Verbena malpaisana (also called Malpais verbena, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Brazil. It grows in meadows, grassy areas, and forests.

Uses & Benefits

Verbena malpaisana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is known for its attractive foliage and fragrant flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Verbena malpaisana has purple flowers with white centers, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have narrow, pointed leaves and a central stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Verbena malpaisana is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It is best grown in full sun, in well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer, and cuttings can be taken in late summer or early fall.

Where to Find Verbena malpaisana

Verbena malpaisana is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical climates.

Verbena malpaisana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Verbena malpaisana?

Verbena malpaisana

What is the common name of Verbena malpaisana?

Malpaisana verbena

Where is Verbena malpaisana found?

Verbena malpaisana is found in the Mediterranean region

Species in the Verbena genus

Verbena allenii, Verbena amoena, Verbena andalgalensis, Verbena araucana, Verbena aristigera, Verbena aurantiaca, Verbena bajacalifornica, Verbena balansae, Verbena barbata, Verbena berteroi, Verbena bingenensis, Verbena bipinnatifida, Verbena blanchardii, Verbena bonariensis, Verbena bracteata, Verbena brasiliensis, Verbena californica, Verbena canadensis, Verbena canescens, Verbena caniuensis, Verbena carnea, Verbena carolina, Verbena catharinae, Verbena cheitmaniana, Verbena chiricahensis, Verbena clemensorum, Verbena cloverae, Verbena corymbosa, Verbena cuneifolia, Verbena deamii, Verbena delicatula, Verbena delticola, Verbena demissa, Verbena dissecta, Verbena dusenii, Verbena ehrenbergiana, Verbena elegans, Verbena engelmannii, Verbena ephedroides, Verbena filicaulis, Verbena flava, Verbena glabrata, Verbena gooddingii, Verbena goodmanii, Verbena goyazensis, Verbena gracilescens, Verbena gracilis, Verbena grisea, Verbena guaranitica, Verbena gynobasis,

Species in the Verbenaceae family

Acantholippia seriphioides, Aloysia unifacialis, Aloysia decipiens, Aloysia barbata, Aloysia brasiliensis, Aloysia castellanosii, Aloysia catamarcensis, Aloysia chamaedryfolia, Aloysia chiapensis, Aloysia citrodora, Aloysia crenata, Aloysia densispicata, Aloysia dusenii, Aloysia fiebrigii, Aloysia gentryi, Aloysia gratissima, Aloysia hatschbachii, Aloysia herrerae, Aloysia macrostachya, Aloysia nahuire, Aloysia oblanceolata, Aloysia ovatifolia, Aloysia peruviana, Aloysia polygalifolia, Aloysia polystachya, Aloysia pulchra, Aloysia salviifolia, Aloysia schulziana, Aloysia scorodonioides, Aloysia sonorensis, Aloysia spathulata, Aloysia virgata, Aloysia wrightii, Aloysia velutina, Aloysia cordata, Aloysia arequipensis, Aloysia coalcomana, Aloysia salsoloides, Aloysia deserticola, Aloysia trifida, Aloysia riojana, Aloysia tarapacana, Bouchea agrestis, Bouchea boliviana, Bouchea dissecta, Bouchea notabilis, Bouchea prismatica, Bouchea pseudochascanum, Bouchea rusbyi, Bouchea spathulata,

References

Maarten J.M. Christenhusz (b.1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Christenh.' in the authors string.
Guy L. Nesom (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.L.Nesom' in the authors string.
Thomas R. Van Devender (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.Van Devender' in the authors string.
James W. Byng: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Byng' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77183762-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].