Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
gabunensis
ID:
817213

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Engl.) Prance

Source:
wcs

Year:
1966

Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Brot. , sér. 2, 40: 184 (1966)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000816547



Common Names

  • Maranthes gabunensis
  • Gabon Maranthes
  • Gabun Maranthes


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Description

Maranthes gabunensis (also called Gabon Maranthes, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Marantaceae. It is a herbaceous perennial with a creeping rhizome and a short stem. It is native to tropical Africa, where it is found in moist forests and savannas. It is also found in tropical Asia, where it is found in moist forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Maranthes gabunensis 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 flower of Maranthes gabunensis is a small, yellow-greenish flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have five petals.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Maranthes gabunensis is a tropical plant that prefers moist, well-drained soil in a sunny location. Propagation is best done by division in spring or early summer. It can also be propagated from cuttings taken in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Maranthes gabunensis

Maranthes gabunensis is native to Gabon and is found in lowland rainforests.

Maranthes gabunensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Maranthes gabunensis?

Maranthes gabunensis

What is the common name of Maranthes gabunensis?

Gabon Maranthes

Where is Maranthes gabunensis native to?

West Africa

Species in the Chrysobalanaceae family

Acioa edulis, Acioa guianensis, Acioa schultesii, Acioa somnolens, Acioa longipendula, Acioa dolichopoda, Afrolicania elaeosperma, Angelesia splendens, Angelesia fusicarpa, Angelesia palawanensis, Atuna cordata, Atuna elliptica, Atuna excelsa, Atuna indica, Atuna latifrons, Atuna nannodes, Atuna penangiana, Atuna travancorica, Bafodeya benna, Chrysobalanus cuspidatus, Chrysobalanus icaco, Chrysobalanus prancei, Couepia belemii, Couepia bernardii, Couepia bondarii, Couepia bracteosa, Couepia canomensis, Couepia carautae, Couepia caryophylloides, Couepia cataractae, Couepia chrysocalyx, Couepia cidiana, Couepia coarctata, Couepia comosa, Couepia eriantha, Couepia excelsa, Couepia exflexa, Couepia froesii, Couepia glabra, Couepia grandiflora, Couepia guianensis, Couepia habrantha, Couepia hondurasensis, Couepia impressa, Couepia insignis, Couepia joaquinae, Couepia krukovii, Couepia latifolia, Couepia leitaofilhoi, Couepia longipetiolata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-354420: Based on the initial data import
Adolf Engler (1844-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engl.' in the authors string.
Ghillean Prance (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Prance' in the authors string.