Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
declinata
ID:
1414696

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Vell.) Christenh. & Byng

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 0.263194444. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001427161



Common Names

  • Morisonia declinata
  • Declinata Morisonia
  • Declinata


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Description

Morisonia declinata (also called Declined Morisonia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to South America. It has simple, opposite leaves and small, yellowish-green flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Morisonia declinata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Morisonia declinata are small and white, with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Morisonia declinata is a shrub native to Africa. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in well-draining soil. The plant prefers full sun and should be watered regularly during the growing season.

Where to Find Morisonia declinata

Morisonia declinata can be found in Mexico.

Morisonia declinata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Morisonia declinata?

Morisonia declinata

What is the common name of Morisonia declinata?

Declined Morisonia

What is the family of Morisonia declinata?

Morisoniaceae

Species in the Morisonia genus

Morisonia multiflora, Morisonia americana, Morisonia flexuosa, Morisonia oblongifolia, Morisonia salicifolia, Morisonia asperifolia, Morisonia tafallana, Morisonia tenuisiliqua, Morisonia frondosa, Morisonia domingensis, Morisonia mirifica, Morisonia lundellii, Morisonia peruviana, Morisonia elegans, Morisonia tarapotensis, Morisonia dolichopoda, Morisonia tweedieana, Morisonia ecuadorica, Morisonia urbani, Morisonia coimbrana, Morisonia ferruginea, Morisonia sprucei, Morisonia yunckeri, Morisonia singularis, Morisonia mollicella, Morisonia hastata, Morisonia odoratissmia, Morisonia pulcherrima, Morisonia humilis, Morisonia nemorosa, Morisonia crotonoides, Morisonia pittieri, Morisonia matogrossensis, Morisonia heydeana, Morisonia yco, Morisonia atamisquea, Morisonia cuatrecasasiana, Morisonia sessilis, Morisonia incana, Morisonia speciosa, Morisonia valerabella, Morisonia calciphila, Morisonia dressleri, Morisonia polyantha, Morisonia lineata, Morisonia stenopetala, Morisonia tuxtlensis, Morisonia petiolaris, Morisonia paradoxa, Morisonia martiana,

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

Maarten J.M. Christenhusz (b.1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Christenh.' in the authors string.
José Mariano de Conceição Vellozo (1742-1811): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vell.' in the authors string.
James W. Byng: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Byng' in the authors string.