Malouetia amazonica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
amazonica
ID:
466036
Status:
valid
Authors:
M.E.Endress
Source:
wcs
Year:
2004
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 56: 307 (2004)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000465368
Common Names
- Malouetia amazonica
- Amazonica Malouetia
- Amazonica Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Malouetia amazonica (also called 'Amazon Malouetia', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with white, fragrant flowers. It is native to South America and grows in open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Malouetia amazonica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, cough, and other respiratory ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Malouetia amazonica is a small, white to pale yellow, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a few leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Malouetia amazonica is a small tree or shrub that can reach up to 10 m in height. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is tolerant of a range of soil types. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and planted in a well-drained medium. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained medium and kept moist until germination.
Where to Find Malouetia amazonica
Malouetia amazonica is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Malouetia amazonica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Malouetia amazonica?
Malouetia amazonica
What are the common names of Malouetia amazonica?
Common names of Malouetia amazonica include Amazonian malouetia and Amazonian malouetia vine.
What are the growth requirements of Malouetia amazonica?
Malouetia amazonica prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade.
Species in the Malouetia genus
Malouetia amplexicaulis, Malouetia aquatica, Malouetia arborea, Malouetia barbata, Malouetia bequaertiana, Malouetia bubalina, Malouetia calva, Malouetia cuatrecasatis, Malouetia duckei, Malouetia flavescens, Malouetia glandulifera, Malouetia gracilis, Malouetia gracillima, Malouetia grandiflora, Malouetia guatemalensis, Malouetia heudelotii, Malouetia isthmica, Malouetia killipii, Malouetia lata, Malouetia mildbraedii, Malouetia molongo, Malouetia naias, Malouetia nitida, Malouetia parvifolia, Malouetia pubescens, Malouetia quadricasarum, Malouetia sessilis, Malouetia tamaquarina, Malouetia virescens, Malouetia amazonica, Malouetia gentryi, Malouetia pumila,
Species in the Apocynaceae family
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References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-253020: Based on the initial data import
Mary Endress (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.E.Endress' in the authors string.