Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
atroviridis
ID:
371852

Status:
valid

Authors:
(T.Anderson) Das

Source:
ksu

Year:
1939

Citation Micro:
Fl. Assam 3: 448 (1939)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000371184



Common Names

  • Mackaya Atroviridis
  • Dark Green Mackaya
  • Mackaya Dark Green


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Description

Mackaya atroviridis (also called Dark-green Mackaya, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to South America. It grows in moist soils, shallow water, and in wetland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Mackaya atroviridis is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mackaya atroviridis has small, white flowers with yellow centers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are thin and delicate, with small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mackaya atroviridis is an evergreen shrub that grows best in full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by semi-hardwood cuttings in summer. It can also be propagated from seed, which should be sown in spring.

Where to Find Mackaya atroviridis

Mackaya atroviridis can be found in Central and South America.

Mackaya atroviridis FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Mackaya atroviridis?

Mackaya atroviridis is found in tropical rainforests in Southeast Asia.

What are the uses of Mackaya atroviridis?

Mackaya atroviridis is used as a medicinal plant and for ornamental purposes.

What is the scientific name of Mackaya atroviridis?

The scientific name of Mackaya atroviridis is Mackaya atroviridis.

Species in the Acanthaceae family

Acanthopale macrocarpa, Acanthopale confertiflora, Acanthopale decempedalis, Acanthopale laxiflora, Acanthopale madagascariensis, Acanthopale pubescens, Acanthopale aethiogermanica, Acanthopale breviceps, Acanthopale cuneifolia, Acanthopale ramiflora, Acanthopale perrieri, Acanthopale humblotii, Acanthopsis carduifolia, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis glauca, Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana, Acanthopsis horrida, Acanthopsis scullyi, Acanthopsis spathularis, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis tuba, Acanthopsis ludoviciana, Acanthopsis adamanticola, Acanthopsis dispermoides, Acanthopsis erosa, Acanthopsis dregeana, Acanthopsis tetragona, Acanthopsis glandulopalmata, Acanthopsis insueta, Acanthopsis nitida, Acanthopsis pagodiformis, Acanthopsis glabra, Acanthopsis villosa, Acanthus austromontanus, Acanthus greuterianus, Acanthus kulalensis, Acanthus arboreus, Acanthus carduaceus, Acanthus caroli-alexandri, Acanthus caudatus, Acanthus dioscoridis, Acanthus ebracteatus, Acanthus eminens, Acanthus flexicaulis, Acanthus gaed, Acanthus guineensis, Acanthus hirsutus, Acanthus hungaricus, Acanthus ilicifolius, Acanthus latisepalus,

References

Thomas Anderson (1832-1870): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.Anderson' in the authors string.
Atulananda Das (1879-1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Das' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:52244-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.