Moquilea guatemalensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
guatemalensis
ID:
1341795
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Lundell) Sothers & Prance
Source:
ipni
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 71(4)-58: 35. 2016 [15 Dec 2016] [epublished]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001354249
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Moquilea guatemalensis (also called Guatemalan Moquilea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Melastomataceae. It is an evergreen shrub or small tree, usually growing up to 3–5 m tall. It is native to Central America, from Mexico to Panama, and is found in wet forests and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Moquilea guatemalensis is a species of sedge that is native to South America. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, for erosion control, and as a ground cover.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Moquilea guatemalensis has white flowers with yellow centers and small, black seeds. The seedlings have long, thin stems and small, oval leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Moquilea guatemalensis can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in the spring or fall. Dig up the clump and divide it into smaller sections, making sure each section has a good root system. Plant the divisions in a well-drained soil mix and keep the soil moist.
Where to Find Moquilea guatemalensis
Moquilea guatemalensis is native to Guatemala and can be found in the Sierra de los Cuchumatanes.
Moquilea guatemalensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Moquilea guatemalensis?
Moquilea guatemalensis
What is the natural habitat of Moquilea guatemalensis?
Moquilea guatemalensis is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.
What are the common uses of Moquilea guatemalensis?
Moquilea guatemalensis is used for medicinal purposes, as an ornamental plant, and for its timber.
Species in the Moquilea genus
Moquilea minutiflora, Moquilea guianensis, Moquilea leucosepala, Moquilea pyrifolia, Moquilea platypus, Moquilea tomentosa, Moquilea salzmannii, Moquilea angustata, Moquilea araneosa, Moquilea chocoensis, Moquilea corniculata, Moquilea fasciculata, Moquilea filomenoi, Moquilea klugii, Moquilea longipedicellata, Moquilea montana, Moquilea silvatica, Moquilea vasquezii, Moquilea magnifructa, Moquilea anneae, Moquilea belloi, Moquilea brittoniana, Moquilea cabrerae, Moquilea durifolia, Moquilea fritschii, Moquilea gonzalezii, Moquilea imbaimadaiensis, Moquilea longicuspidata, Moquilea maranhensis, Moquilea palcazuensis, Moquilea salicifolia, Moquilea tachirensis, Moquilea velata, Moquilea boliviensis, Moquilea cariae, Moquilea chiriquiensis, Moquilea egleri, Moquilea grandibracteata, Moquilea guatemalensis, Moquilea hedbergii, Moquilea jaramilloi, Moquilea kallunkiae, Moquilea longipetala, Moquilea megalophylla, Moquilea subarachnophylla, Moquilea tambopatensis, Moquilea cecidiophora, Moquilea celiae, Moquilea dodsonii, Moquilea espinae,
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
Cyrus Longworth Lundell (1907-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lundell' in the authors string.
Ghillean Prance (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Prance' in the authors string.
Cynthia Sothers (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sothers' in the authors string.