Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Oxalidales
Genus:
Species:
expansa
ID:
376421

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sol. ex Planch.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1850

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 23: 439 (1850)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000375753



Common Names

  • Manotes expansa
  • Expansive Manotes
  • Expansive's Manotes


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Synonyms

  • Manotes cabrae De Wild. & T.Durand [unknown]
  • Manotes leptothyrsa Gilg ex G.Schellenb. [unknown]
  • Manotes moandensis De Wild. [unknown]
  • Manotes pruinosa Gilg [unknown]
  • Manotes longiflora Baker [unknown]
  • Manotes brevistyla Gilg [unknown]
  • Manotes aschersoniana Gilg [unknown]
  • Manotes sanguineo-arillata Gilg [unknown]

Description

Manotes expansa (also called Expanded Manotes, among many other common names) is a species of shrub in the family Rubiaceae. It is a perennial herb with a creeping rhizome, and its stems are up to 2 m tall. It is native to Africa, and it is found in tropical and subtropical dry shrublands and rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Manotes expansa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its leaves can be used as a flavoring in food.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Manotes expansa are small, yellow-green in color, and arranged in small clusters. The seeds are small, brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Manotes expansa is a perennial herb that is native to tropical Africa. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in containers. It can be pruned back after flowering to keep it looking neat.

Where to Find Manotes expansa

Manotes expansa can be found in tropical Africa, India, and Sri Lanka.

Manotes expansa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Manotes expansa?

Manotes expansa

What is the common name of Manotes expansa?

Expansive Orchid

What is the natural habitat of Manotes expansa?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Connaraceae family

Agelaea annobonensis, Agelaea baronii, Agelaea borneensis, Agelaea claessensii, Agelaea conraui, Agelaea gabonensis, Agelaea insignis, Agelaea macrophylla, Agelaea palmata, Agelaea paradoxa, Agelaea pentagyna, Agelaea poggeana, Agelaea rubiginosa, Agelaea trinervis, Burttia prunoides, Cnestidium bakerianum, Cnestidium froesii, Cnestidium guianense, Cnestidium rufescens, Cnestis bomiensis, Cnestis corniculata, Cnestis ferruginea, Cnestis macrantha, Cnestis macrophylla, Cnestis mannii, Cnestis mildbraedii, Cnestis palala, Cnestis polyphylla, Cnestis racemosa, Cnestis uncata, Cnestis urens, Cnestis yangambiensis, Connarus vulcanicus, Connarus africanus, Connarus agamae, Connarus andamanicus, Connarus annamensis, Connarus bariensis, Connarus beyrichii, Connarus blanchetii, Connarus brachybotryosus, Connarus bracteosovillosus, Connarus celatus, Connarus championii, Connarus cochinchinensis, Connarus conchocarpus, Connarus congolanus, Connarus cordatus, Connarus coriaceus, Connarus costaricensis,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2371155: Based on the initial data import
Daniel Solander (1733-1782): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sol.' in the authors string.
Jules Émile Planchon (1823-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Planch.' in the authors string.