Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
micrantha
ID:
1318676

Status:
valid

Authors:
(H.A.Keller) H.A.Keller

Source:
ipni

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Bonplandia (Corrientes) 26: 136 (2017)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001331130



Common Names

  • Micrantha Topea
  • Micranth Topea
  • Micranth Topea Grass


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Description

Topea micrantha (also called 'Topea', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is a shrub, growing up to 2m tall. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical rainforest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Topea micrantha is used for timber, as an ornamental plant, and as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Topea micrantha are yellow and have five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Topea micrantha is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. For best results, sow the seeds in a well-drained soil mix and keep the soil moist. Cuttings can be taken from the stems in late spring or early summer and rooted in a light potting mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Topea micrantha

Topea micrantha can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, mainly in Brazil and Peru.

Topea micrantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Topea micrantha?

Topea micrantha

What is the family of Topea micrantha?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Topea micrantha?

Micrantha Topea

Species in the Topea 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

Hector A. Keller: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.A.Keller' in the authors string.