Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dipsacales
Genus:
Species:
mapirensis
ID:
1271895

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Britton) Weberling

Source:
tro

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Syst. Bot. Missouri Bot. Gard. 127: 1267 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001271233



Common Names

  • Valeriana mapirensis
  • Mapire Valeriana
  • Mapirensis Valeriana


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Description

Valeriana mapirensis (also called Mapire Valerian, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m in height. It is native to Venezuela, where it is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands. It prefers well-drained soils in sunny positions.

Uses & Benefits

Valeriana mapirensis is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomach aches. It is also used as a food source and for its ornamental value.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Valeriana mapirensis is a small, yellow-green flower head with a single yellow disc floret. The seed is a small, black, oblong seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, with narrow, linear leaves and a single white root.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Valeriana mapirensis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained seedling mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the soil moist and provide adequate light and air circulation.

Where to Find Valeriana mapirensis

Valeriana mapirensis can be found in the Andes Mountains of Peru.

Valeriana mapirensis FAQ

What are the growth requirements of Valeriana mapirensis?

Valeriana mapirensis requires full sun and well-drained soil for optimal growth.

What is the average height of Valeriana mapirensis?

Valeriana mapirensis typically grows to a height of 1-2 meters.

What is the average lifespan of Valeriana mapirensis?

Valeriana mapirensis typically has a lifespan of up to 10 years.

Species in the Valeriana genus

Valeriana quiroana, Valeriana cardamines, Valeriana angustifolia, Valeriana apula, Valeriana beddomei, Valeriana asarifolia, Valeriana armena, Valeriana ajanensis, Valeriana alliariifolia, Valeriana bertiscea, Valeriana alpestris, Valeriana braunii-blanquetii, Valeriana bractescens, Valeriana borsinii, Valeriana bolkarica, Valeriana boelckei, Valeriana capitata, Valeriana calcitrapae, Valeriana stolonifera, Valeriana spicata, Valeriana sorbifolia, Valeriana speluncaria, Valeriana carnosa, Valeriana hebecarpa, Valeriana hookeriana, Valeriana himalayana, Valeriana himachalensis, Valeriana grandifolia, Valeriana granataea, Valeriana gracilipes, Valeriana macrorhiza, Valeriana leucocarpa, Valeriana leschenaultii, Valeriana leptothyrsos, Valeriana lasiocarpa, Valeriana laxiflora, Valeriana leucophaea, Valeriana longiflora, Valeriana locusta, Valeriana jaeschkii, Valeriana italica, Valeriana hunzikeri, Valeriana kurtziana, Valeriana kassarica, Valeriana kamelinii, Valeriana jelenevskyi, Valeriana crinii, Valeriana corynodes, Valeriana cornucopiae, Valeriana cyclophylla,

Species in the Caprifoliaceae family

Bassecoia bretschneideri, Bassecoia siamensis, Bassecoia hookeri, Cephalaria duzceensis, Cephalaria alpina, Cephalaria ambrosioides, Cephalaria anatolica, Cephalaria aristata, Cephalaria armeniaca, Cephalaria armerioides, Cephalaria armoraciifolia, Cephalaria attenuata, Cephalaria axillaris, Cephalaria aytachii, Cephalaria balansae, Cephalaria balkharica, Cephalaria beijiangensis, Cephalaria calcarea, Cephalaria cedrorum, Cephalaria charadzeae, Cephalaria cilicica, Cephalaria coriacea, Cephalaria dagestanica, Cephalaria decurrens, Cephalaria demetrii, Cephalaria dichaetophora, Cephalaria dirmilensis, Cephalaria ekimiana, Cephalaria elazigensis, Cephalaria elmaliensis, Cephalaria fanourii, Cephalaria flava, Cephalaria foliosa, Cephalaria galpiniana, Cephalaria gazipashensis, Cephalaria gigantea, Cephalaria goetzei, Cephalaria hakkiarica, Cephalaria hirsuta, Cephalaria humilis, Cephalaria integrifolia, Cephalaria isaurica, Cephalaria joppensis, Cephalaria juncea, Cephalaria katangensis, Cephalaria kesruanica, Cephalaria kotschyi, Cephalaria laevigata, Cephalaria leucantha, Cephalaria litvinovii,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50248488: Based on the initial data import
Nathaniel Lord Britton (1859-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Britton' in the authors string.
Focko Weberling (1926-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Weberling' in the authors string.