Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
mendesii
ID:
1328167

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.A.Abreu, E.S.Martins & Catarino

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Blumea 59: 23 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001340621



Common Names

  • Maerua Mendesii
  • Mendes' Maerua
  • Mendesii Maerua


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Description

Maerua mendesii (also called 'Mendes' Maerua', among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to the tropical regions of Africa, where it grows in humid forests and grasslands. It has a short stem and small, yellow flowers. The leaves are oval-shaped and the bark is grey.

Uses & Benefits

Maerua mendesii is used as a medicinal plant in traditional Chinese medicine and is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Maerua mendesii is a small, white, five-petalled flower with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a light green colour.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Maerua mendesii can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It should be planted in a sheltered spot and protected from strong winds. The plant should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer once a month.

Where to Find Maerua mendesii

Maerua mendesii is native to Angola and can be found in the provinces of Huíla and Namibe.

Maerua mendesii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Maerua mendesii?

Maerua mendesii

What is the family of Maerua mendesii?

Capparaceae

What is the native range of Maerua mendesii?

India

Species in the Maerua genus

Maerua andradae, Maerua angolensis, Maerua oblongifolia, Maerua paniculata, Maerua parvifolia, Maerua juncea, Maerua salicifolia, Maerua robynsii, Maerua scandens, Maerua schinzii, Maerua pseudopetalosa, Maerua pubescens, Maerua puccionii, Maerua crassifolia, Maerua candida, Maerua decumbens, Maerua duchesnei, Maerua dewaillyi, Maerua buxifolia, Maerua boranensis, Maerua brunnescens, Maerua caffra, Maerua elegans, Maerua homblei, Maerua erlangeriana, Maerua gilgiana, Maerua gilgii, Maerua siamensis, Maerua somalensis, Maerua kaokoensis, Maerua purpurascens, Maerua arenaria, Maerua apetala, Maerua mungaii, Maerua nuda, Maerua filiformis, Maerua cylindrocarpa, Maerua humbertii, Maerua baillonii, Maerua brevipetiolata, Maerua cafra, Maerua nervosa, Maerua racemulosa, Maerua rosmarinoides, Maerua sessiliflora, Maerua kirkii, Maerua prittwitzii, Maerua grantii, Maerua friesii, Maerua emini,

Species in the Capparaceae family

Acome micrantha, Bachmannia woodii, Beautempsia avicenniifolia, Boscia albitrunca, Boscia arabica, Boscia cauliflora, Boscia coriacea, Boscia fadeniorum, Boscia foetida, Boscia gossweileri, Boscia kalachariensis, Boscia keniensis, Boscia longifolia, Boscia madagascariensis, Boscia matabelensis, Boscia mazzocchii, Boscia microphylla, Boscia minimifolia, Boscia mossambicensis, Boscia oleoides, Boscia pestalozziana, Boscia plantefolii, Boscia polyantha, Boscia praecox, Boscia pruinosa, Boscia puberula, Boscia rotundifolia, Boscia salicifolia, Boscia senegalensis, Boscia tomentosa, Boscia urens, Boscia welwitschii, Boscia albitrunca, Boscia integrifolia, Buchholzia coriacea, Buchholzia tholloniana, Cadaba aphylla, Cadaba baccarinii, Cadaba barbigera, Cadaba benguellensis, Cadaba capparoides, Cadaba carneoviridis, Cadaba divaricata, Cadaba farinosa, Cadaba fruticosa, Cadaba gillettii, Cadaba glaberrima, Cadaba glandulosa, Cadaba insularis, Cadaba kassasii,

References

Eurico Sampaio Martins (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.S.Martins' in the authors string.
L. Catarino: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Catarino' in the authors string.
J.A. Abreu: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.A.Abreu' in the authors string.