Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
marioniae
ID:
399485

Status:
valid

Authors:
Marc.-Berti

Source:
ksu

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Venez. 25: 114 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000398817

Common Names

  • Qualea marioniae
  • Marion's Qualea
  • Marion's False Dandelion

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Description

Qualea marioniae (also called 'Marion's Qualea', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree species native to the Caribbean, Central and South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests and tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Qualea marioniae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an ingredient in herbal teas. It is also used to treat a variety of ailments, including respiratory problems, digestive issues, and skin conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Qualea marioniae is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem with two opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Qualea marioniae can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a moist, well-draining potting mix. Both methods will require regular watering and fertilization to ensure healthy growth.

Where to Find Qualea marioniae

Qualea marioniae is native to Colombia. It can be found in nurseries or online retailers that specialize in tropical plants.

Qualea marioniae FAQ

What are the common names of Qualea marioniae?

Common names of Qualea marioniae include the Marion's qualea and the Marion's-flower qualea.

What type of soil does Qualea marioniae prefer?

Qualea marioniae prefers well-drained, sandy soils.

What type of climate does Qualea marioniae prefer?

Qualea marioniae prefers a warm, humid climate.

Species in the Qualea genus

Qualea marioniae, Qualea johannabakkerae, Qualea acuminata, Qualea amapaensis, Qualea amoena, Qualea brasiliana, Qualea brevipedicellata, Qualea calantha, Qualea calophylla, Qualea clavata, Qualea coerulea, Qualea cordata, Qualea cryptantha, Qualea cyanea, Qualea cymulosa, Qualea decorticans, Qualea densiflora, Qualea dinizii, Qualea elegans, Qualea gestasiana, Qualea glaziovii, Qualea gracilior, Qualea grandiflora, Qualea hannekesaskiarum, Qualea homosepala, Qualea impexa, Qualea ingens, Qualea labouriauana, Qualea lineata, Qualea lundii, Qualea macropetala, Qualea magna, Qualea megalocarpa, Qualea mori-boomii, Qualea multiflora, Qualea panamensis, Qualea paraensis, Qualea parviflora, Qualea polychroma, Qualea psidiifolia, Qualea pulcherrima, Qualea rosea, Qualea rupicola, Qualea schomburgkiana, Qualea selloi, Qualea sprucei, Qualea suprema, Qualea tessmannii, Qualea themistoclesii, Qualea tricolor,

Species in the Vochysiaceae family

Callisthene dryadum, Callisthene erythroclada, Callisthene fasciculata, Callisthene inundata, Callisthene major, Callisthene microphylla, Callisthene minor, Callisthene mollissima, Erisma arietinum, Erisma bicolor, Erisma blancoa, Erisma bracteosum, Erisma calcaratum, Erisma costatum, Erisma djalma-batistae, Erisma floribundum, Erisma fuscum, Erisma gracile, Erisma japura, Erisma lanceolatum, Erisma laurifolium, Erisma maliforme, Erisma megalophyllum, Erisma micranthum, Erisma nitidum, Erisma niveum, Erisma silvae, Erisma splendens, Erisma tessmannii, Erisma uncinatum, Erisma panamense, Erismadelphus exsul, Erismadelphus sessilis, Korupodendron songweanum, Qualea marioniae, Qualea johannabakkerae, Qualea acuminata, Qualea amapaensis, Qualea amoena, Qualea brasiliana, Qualea brevipedicellata, Qualea calantha, Qualea calophylla, Qualea clavata, Qualea coerulea, Qualea cordata, Qualea cryptantha, Qualea cyanea, Qualea cymulosa, Qualea decorticans,