Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
martinicense
ID:
372410

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1899

Citation Micro:
Symb. Antill. 1: 251 (1899)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000371742



Common Names

  • Metastelma martinicense
  • Martinique Metastelma
  • Martinique Starburst Flower


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Synonyms

  • Cynanchum martinicense (Schltr.) R.A.Howard [unknown]

Description

Metastelma martinicense (also called Martinique Milkvine, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Apocynaceae family. It is a woody climber with simple, opposite leaves and small, yellowish-green flowers. It is native to the Martinique Islands in the Caribbean, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Metastelma martinicense is used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Metastelma martinicense has white flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Metastelma martinicense is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to Central America and is found in moist, tropical forests. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. It prefers full sun to partial shade and regular watering.

Where to Find Metastelma martinicense

Metastelma martinicense is native to the Caribbean and Central America.

Metastelma martinicense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Metastelma martinicense?

Metastelma martinicense

What is the common name of Metastelma martinicense?

Martinique Metastelma

What is the natural habitat of Metastelma martinicense?

It is found in dry forests and scrublands in Martinique and Dominica.

Species in the Metastelma genus

Metastelma sepium, Metastelma albiflorum, Metastelma schlechtendalii, Metastelma warmingii, Metastelma uncinatum, Metastelma broadwayi, Metastelma mirifolium, Metastelma burchellii, Metastelma arizonicum, Metastelma astephanoides, Metastelma miserum, Metastelma paraquense, Metastelma parviflorum, Metastelma myrtifolium, Metastelma lineare, Metastelma martinicense, Metastelma exasperatum, Metastelma cubense, Metastelma ekmanii, Metastelma dorrii, Metastelma hirtellum, Metastelma huberi, Metastelma giuliettianum, Metastelma grandiflorum, Metastelma hamatum, Metastelma harleyi, Metastelma chiapense, Metastelma chimantense, Metastelma cordatifolium, Metastelma atrovirens, Metastelma ditassoides, Metastelma fiebrigii, Metastelma gracile, Metastelma mathewsii, Metastelma northropiae, Metastelma pedunculare, Metastelma purpurascens, Metastelma sepicola, Metastelma bahamense, Metastelma barbigerum, Metastelma blodgetti, Metastelma brachystephanum, Metastelma californicum, Metastelma linearifolium, Metastelma palmeri, Metastelma penicillatum, Metastelma latifolium, Metastelma pringlei, Metastelma schaffneri, Metastelma aemulans,

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,