Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
robusta
ID:
817162

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Oliv.) Prance ex F.White

Source:
wcs

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Natl. Belg. 46: 306 (1976)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000816496



Common Names

  • Robust Maranthes
  • Maranthes robusta
  • Maranthes


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Description

Maranthes robusta (also called Robust Maranthes, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to Mexico and Central America. It has glossy, dark green leaves and small white flowers. It is commonly found in gardens and parks, and can also be found in woodlands and hedgerows.

Uses & Benefits

Maranthes robusta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a traditional medicine to treat fever, diarrhea, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Maranthes robusta is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Maranthes robusta is a fast-growing evergreen shrub that can reach heights of up to 10 feet. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done through cuttings taken in late summer or early fall. The cuttings should be 4-6 inches long and placed in a moist, well-draining medium such as perlite or sand. Keep the cuttings in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted, which can take up to 8 weeks.

Where to Find Maranthes robusta

Maranthes robusta is native to South America and can be found in the Amazon rainforest.

Maranthes robusta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Maranthes robusta?

Maranthes robusta

What is the natural habitat of Maranthes robusta?

Rainforests of South America

What are the common uses of Maranthes robusta?

Traditional medicine, ornamental plant

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-354372: Based on the initial data import
Daniel Oliver (1830-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Oliv.' in the authors string.
Frank White (1927-1994): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.White' in the authors string.
Ghillean Prance (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Prance' in the authors string.