Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
felixii
ID:
748568

Status:
valid

Authors:
Venter & R.L.Verh.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 115: 59 (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000747901



Common Names

  • Maclaudia felixii
  • Felix's Maclaudia
  • Felixii Maclaudia


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Description

Maclaudia felixii (also called Felix's Maclaudia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a creeping rhizome with short, erect stems and linear leaves. It is found in grasslands, savannas, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Maclaudia felixii is an attractive ornamental plant used in gardens and landscaping. It is used as a groundcover and can be used to create a low-maintenance garden. It is also used in rock gardens and other areas where it can spread without becoming invasive.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Maclaudia felixii has small, white flowers that bloom in clusters. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Maclaudia felixii is a perennial herb native to East Africa. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F).

Where to Find Maclaudia felixii

Maclaudia felixii can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Argentina, and Paraguay.

Maclaudia felixii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Maclaudia felixii?

Maclaudia felixii

What type of plant is Maclaudia felixii?

It is a perennial herb

Where is Maclaudia felixii native to?

It is native to South America

Species in the Maclaudia genus

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2901973: Based on the initial data import
Hendrik Johannes Tjaart Venter (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Venter' in the authors string.
Rudolf L. Verhoeven (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.L.Verh.' in the authors string.