Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
multiflora
ID:
733901

Status:
valid

Authors:
(R.A.Dyer) Bruyns

Source:
cmp

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
Bradleya 1: 68 (1983)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000733234



Common Names

  • Quaqua multiflora
  • Many-flowered Quaqua
  • Multiflora Quaqua


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Synonyms

  • Caralluma multiflora R.A.Dyer [unknown]

Description

Quaqua multiflora (also called Many-flowered Quaqua, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 m tall. It is native to Brazil and is found in wet forests and along riverbanks. It has a smooth, gray bark and its leaves are oval and pointed at the tip.

Uses & Benefits

Quaqua multiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its fragrant flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Quaqua multiflora has a flower that is yellow with a red centre, and its seeds are small, black and oval in shape. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Quaqua multiflora can be propagated from seed or by division. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It is not drought-tolerant and needs to be watered regularly. It can be propagated by taking cuttings in the spring or early summer.

Where to Find Quaqua multiflora

Quaqua multiflora is native to the tropical forests of South America, including Brazil and Peru.

Quaqua multiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Quaqua multiflora?

Quaqua multiflora

What is the common name of Quaqua multiflora?

Many-flowered Quaqua

Where is Quaqua multiflora found?

Brazil

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-2868304: Based on the initial data import
Robert Allen Dyer (1900-1987): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.A.Dyer' in the authors string.
Peter Vincent Bruyns (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bruyns' in the authors string.