Status:
valid
Authors:
Benth.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1843
Citation Micro:
London J. Bot. 2: 265 (1843)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000375018
Common Names
- Mahurea exstipulata
- Exstipulate Mahurea
- Exstipulate Mahurea Tree
Synonyms
- Mahurea casiquiarensis Benth. [unknown]
- Mahurea linguiformis Tul. [unknown]
- Mahurea sororopantepuiana Steyerm. [unknown]
- Mahurea exstipulata exstipulata [unknown]
Description
Mahurea exstipulata (also called Exstipulate Mahurea, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to South America. It has a spreading habit and its leaves are glossy and dark green. It grows in dry and moist forests, as well as in scrublands and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Mahurea exstipulata is used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Mahurea exstipulata sub. duckei (Huber) Kubitzki
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Mahurea exstipulata is small and white, with four petals. The seed is a small, black, round nut. The seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Mahurea exstipulata is a small shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and rooted in a moist soil mix.
Where to Find Mahurea exstipulata
Mahurea exstipulata can be found in the western United States, from California to Wyoming.
Mahurea exstipulata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Mahurea exstipulata?
Mahurea exstipulata
What type of plant is Mahurea exstipulata?
It is a shrub
What is the natural habitat of Mahurea exstipulata?
It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world
Species in the Mahurea genus
Species in the Calophyllaceae family
Calophyllum acidus,
Calophyllum acutiputamen,
Calophyllum aerarium,
Calophyllum alboramulum,
Calophyllum amblyphyllum,
Calophyllum andersonii,
Calophyllum angulare,
Calophyllum apetalum,
Calophyllum archipelagi,
Calophyllum ardens,
Calophyllum articulatum,
Calophyllum aurantiacum,
Calophyllum aureobrunnescens,
Calophyllum aureum,
Calophyllum austroindicum,
Calophyllum balansae,
Calophyllum banyengii,
Calophyllum bicolor,
Calophyllum biflorum,
Calophyllum bifurcatum,
Calophyllum blancoi,
Calophyllum brachyphyllum,
Calophyllum bracteatum,
Calophyllum brasiliense,
Calophyllum brassii,
Calophyllum calaba,
Calophyllum calcicola,
Calophyllum caledonicum,
Calophyllum canum,
Calophyllum carrii,
Calophyllum castaneum,
Calophyllum caudatum,
Calophyllum celebicum,
Calophyllum cerasiferum,
Calophyllum ceriferum,
Calophyllum chapelieri,
Calophyllum clemensiorum,
Calophyllum collinum,
Calophyllum comorense,
Calophyllum complanatum,
Calophyllum confertum,
Calophyllum confusum,
Calophyllum cordato-oblongum,
Calophyllum coriaceum,
Calophyllum costatum,
Calophyllum costulatum,
Calophyllum cucullatum,
Calophyllum cuneifolium,
Calophyllum dasypodium,
Calophyllum depressinervosum,