Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
obovata
ID:
373011

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.E.Fr.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1906

Citation Micro:
Ark. Bot. 5(4): 7 (1906)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000372343



Common Names

  • Malmea obovata
  • Obovate Malmea
  • Obovate Milkvine


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Description

Malmea obovata (also called Obovate Malmea, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Mexico, Central America, and South America. It has white flowers and grows in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Malmea obovata is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Malmea obovata has small, white flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Malmea obovata is a small shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can tolerate some drought but should be watered regularly. Pruning is recommended to keep the plant compact and encourage flowering.

Where to Find Malmea obovata

Malmea obovata is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Malmea obovata FAQ

What are the common uses of Malmea obovata?

Malmea obovata is used in traditional medicine as a treatment for fever, malaria, and other ailments.

What is the natural habitat of Malmea obovata?

Malmea obovata is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South and Central America.

What is the scientific name of Malmea obovata?

The scientific name of Malmea obovata is Malmea obovata.

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

Robert Elias Fries (1876-1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.E.Fr.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:149944-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.