Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
obovata
ID:
779732

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kunth) Bureau & K.Schum.

Source:
iplants

Year:
1896

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 8(2): 161 (1896)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000779065



Common Names

  • Martinella obovata
  • Obovate Martinella
  • Obovate Martinella Tree


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Description

Martinella obovata (also called Obovate Martinella, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to South America. It has large, pinnate leaves and clusters of small, yellow flowers. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil.

Uses & Benefits

Martinella obovata is used as an ornamental plant, for its attractive foliage and fragrant flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Martinella obovata is white, with a yellow center and a tubular shape. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Martinella obovata is a fast-growing evergreen vine that can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. It prefers full sun or partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate some frost. Prune in late winter or early spring to keep the plant in shape.

Where to Find Martinella obovata

Martinella obovata is native to South America and can be found in moist forests and along streams. It is also cultivated as an ornamental plant.

Martinella obovata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Martinella obovata?

Martinella obovata

What is the common name of Martinella obovata?

Martinella obovata

Where is Martinella obovata found?

Martinella obovata is found in South America

Species in the Bignoniaceae family

Adenocalymma neoflavidum, Adenocalymma pseudopatulum, Adenocalymma acutissimum, Adenocalymma apparicianum, Adenocalymma apurense, Adenocalymma arthropetiolatum, Adenocalymma bracteatum, Adenocalymma bracteolatum, Adenocalymma bullatum, Adenocalymma calderonii, Adenocalymma chocoense, Adenocalymma coriaceum, Adenocalymma cymbalum, Adenocalymma dichilum, Adenocalymma divaricatum, Adenocalymma dugandii, Adenocalymma dusenii, Adenocalymma flavum, Adenocalymma fruticosum, Adenocalymma gracielzae, Adenocalymma hatschbachii, Adenocalymma heterophyllum, Adenocalymma hirtum, Adenocalymma hypostictum, Adenocalymma impressum, Adenocalymma inundatum, Adenocalymma macrophyllum, Adenocalymma magdalenense, Adenocalymma magnificum, Adenocalymma marginatum, Adenocalymma nervosum, Adenocalymma paulistarum, Adenocalymma prancei, Adenocalymma salmoneum, Adenocalymma saulense, Adenocalymma scabriusculum, Adenocalymma scansile, Adenocalymma sousae, Adenocalymma subincanum, Adenocalymma subsessilifolium, Adenocalymma subspicatum, Adenocalymma tephrinocalyx, Adenocalymma ternatum, Adenocalymma trifoliatum, Adenocalymma ubatubense, Adenocalymma uleanum, Adenocalymma cladotrichum, Adenocalymma reticulatum, Adenocalymma velutinum, Adenocalymma adenophorum,

References

Édouard Bureau (1830-1918): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bureau' in the authors string.
Karl Moritz Schumann (1851-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Schum.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:153710-2: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].