Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
boliviana
ID:
1246711

Status:
valid

Authors:
Herzog

Source:
tro

Year:
1909

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 7: 60 (1909)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001246049



Common Names

  • Mauria boliviana
  • Bolivian Mauria
  • Bolivian False Holly


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Description

Mauria boliviana (also called 'Bolivian Mauria', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree found in the Mexican states of Oaxaca, Veracruz and Chiapas. It has alternate, simple leaves, and white flowers in axillary clusters. Its habitats include tropical deciduous forests, tropical semi-deciduous forests, and tropical evergreen forests.

Uses & Benefits

Mauria boliviana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used to attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mauria boliviana has small, white flowers, small black seeds, and seedlings with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mauria boliviana is an evergreen shrub or small tree that is native to South America. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun or partial shade. Propagation is done by seed, cuttings, or layering. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame, and the seedlings should be planted out in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Mauria boliviana

Mauria boliviana is native to Bolivia and is found in the Andes Mountains.

Mauria boliviana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mauria boliviana?

Mauria boliviana

What is the common name of Mauria boliviana?

Bolivian Mauria

What type of plant is Mauria boliviana?

Evergreen shrub

Species in the Anacardiaceae family

Abrahamia buxifolia, Abrahamia thouvenotii, Abrahamia littoralis, Abrahamia latifolia, Abrahamia minutifolia, Abrahamia ditimena, Abrahamia betamponensis, Abrahamia capuronii, Abrahamia delphinensis, Abrahamia ellipticarpa, Abrahamia elongata, Abrahamia itromoensis, Abrahamia turkii, Abrahamia deflexa, Abrahamia grandidieri, Abrahamia humbertii, Abrahamia ibityensis, Abrahamia lecomtei, Abrahamia lenticellata, Abrahamia lokobensis, Abrahamia longipetiolata, Abrahamia louvelii, Abrahamia nitida, Abrahamia oblongifolia, Abrahamia pauciflora, Abrahamia phillipsonii, Abrahamia sambiranensis, Abrahamia sericea, Abrahamia suarezensis, Abrahamia viguieri, Abrahamia revoluta, Abrahamia antongilensis, Abrahamia darainensis, Abrahamia patrickii, Actinocheita filicina, Allospondias lakonensis, Allospondias laxiflora, Amphipterygium simplicifolium, Amphipterygium adstringens, Amphipterygium amplifolium, Amphipterygium glaucum, Amphipterygium molle, Anacardium amapaense, Anacardium amilcarianum, Anacardium brasiliense, Anacardium caracolii, Anacardium corymbosum, Anacardium curatellifolium, Anacardium excelsum, Anacardium fruticosum,

References