Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
glauca
ID:
510439

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hassk.) Mols, Kessler & Rogstad

Source:
cmp

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 33: 493 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000509771



Common Names

  • Glauca Maasia
  • Maasia Glauca
  • Glaucous Maasia


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Synonyms

  • Polyalthia glauca Boerl. [unknown]

Description

Maasia glauca (also called Maasia glauca, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub with a single trunk, growing up to 5 m in height. It is native to the tropical forests of South America, and is found in the Amazon basin and the Guianas. It prefers moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Maasia glauca is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Maasia glauca flowers are white and bell-shaped, and the seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and spindly.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Maasia glauca is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil in a sunny location. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize occasionally. Prune to shape as needed.

Where to Find Maasia glauca

Maasia glauca is native to the rainforests of Central and South America. It can be found in the Amazon rainforest and other areas of tropical rainforest.

Maasia glauca FAQ

What is the scientific name of Maasia glauca?

Maasia glauca

What is the common name of Maasia glauca?

Glaucous Maasia

What is the natural habitat of Maasia glauca?

Grasslands and savannas

Species in the Annonaceae family

Afroguatteria bequaertii, Afroguatteria globosa, Afroguatteria discostigma, Alphonsea boniana, Alphonsea curtisii, Alphonsea cylindrica, Alphonsea elliptica, Alphonsea gaudichaudiana, Alphonsea hainanensis, Alphonsea havilandii, Alphonsea hortensis, Alphonsea javanica, Alphonsea johorensis, Alphonsea keithii, Alphonsea kinabaluensis, Alphonsea kingii, Alphonsea lucida, Alphonsea lutea, Alphonsea maingayi, Alphonsea malayana, Alphonsea mollis, Alphonsea monogyna, Alphonsea orthopetala, Alphonsea ovata, Alphonsea papuasica, Alphonsea philastreana, Alphonsea siamensis, Alphonsea sonlaensis, Alphonsea stenogyna, Alphonsea tonquinensis, Alphonsea tsangyanensis, Alphonsea ventricosa, Alphonsea zeylanica, Alphonsea borneensis, Alphonsea rugosa, Alphonsea glandulosa, Alphonsea pallida, Alphonsea annulata, Alphonsea isthmicola, Alphonsea longicarpa, Alphonsea phuwuaensis, Ambavia capuronii, Ambavia gerrardii, Anaxagorea acuminata, Anaxagorea allenii, Anaxagorea angustifolia, Anaxagorea borneensis, Anaxagorea brachycarpa, Anaxagorea brevipedicellata, Anaxagorea brevipes,

References

Justus Carl Hasskarl (1811-1894): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hassk.' in the authors string.
Paul Keßler (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kessler' in the authors string.
Johan B. Mols: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mols' in the authors string.
Steven H. Rogstad: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rogstad' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:60448919-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.