Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
welwitschii
ID:
373350

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hook.f.) Schinz

Source:
cmp

Year:
1934

Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. ed. 2 , 16c: 48 (1934)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000372682



Common Names

  • Marcelliopsis welwitschii
  • Welwitschii Marcelliopsis
  • Marcelliopsis


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Synonyms

  • Marcellia mirabilis Baill. [unknown]
  • Sericocoma welwitschii Hook.f. [unknown]
  • Kyphocarpa welwitschii (Hook.f.) C.B.Clarke [unknown]
  • Marcellia welwitschii Lopr. [unknown]

Description

Marcelliopsis welwitschii (also called 'Welwitsch's Marcelliopsis', among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to the tropical regions of Southeast Asia. It grows in moist, shady areas and can reach heights of up to 1 meter. It has long, narrow leaves and small, yellowish-green flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Marcelliopsis welwitschii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a pot plant indoors. It is also used medicinally to treat digestive problems, fever, and malaria.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Marcelliopsis welwitschii is a small yellow-green flower with a single petal. The seed is small, oval-shaped, and brown in color. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Marcelliopsis welwitschii is a tropical perennial shrub that is native to Central and South America. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 25°F (-4°C). It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Marcelliopsis welwitschii

Marcelliopsis welwitschii is native to tropical Africa.

Marcelliopsis welwitschii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Marcelliopsis welwitschii?

Marcelliopsis welwitschii

What is the family of Marcelliopsis welwitschii?

Asteraceae

Where is Marcelliopsis welwitschii native to?

Africa

Species in the Amaranthaceae family

Achyranthes arborescens, Achyranthes aspera, Achyranthes bidentata, Achyranthes diandra, Achyranthes fasciculata, Achyranthes mangarevica, Achyranthes marchionica, Achyranthes margaretarum, Achyranthes mutica, Achyranthes splendens, Achyranthes talbotii, Achyranthes shahii, Achyropsis avicularis, Achyropsis filifolia, Achyropsis fruticulosa, Achyropsis gracilis, Achyropsis laniceps, Achyropsis leptostachya, Acroglochin obtusifolia, Acroglochin persicarioides, Aerva artemisioides, Aerva caudata, Aerva congesta, Aerva coriacea, Aerva edulis, Aerva glabrata, Aerva humbertii, Aerva javanica, Aerva lanata, Aerva leucura, Aerva madagassica, Aerva microphylla, Aerva monsonia, Aerva radicans, Aerva revoluta, Aerva sanguinolenta, Aerva timorensis, Aerva triangularifolia, Aerva villosa, Aerva wightii, Agathophora alopecuroides, Agriophyllum lateriflorum, Agriophyllum latifolium, Agriophyllum minus, Agriophyllum montasirii, Agriophyllum paletzkianum, Agriophyllum squarrosum, Allenrolfea occidentalis, Allenrolfea patagonica, Allenrolfea vaginata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2364922: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
Hans Schinz (1858-1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schinz' in the authors string.