Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Genus:
Species:
elongata
ID:
1251376

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ducke

Source:
tro

Year:
1938

Citation Micro:
Arq. Inst. Biol. Veg. 4: 60 (1938)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001250714



Common Names

  • Maripa
  • Palm-Cabbage
  • Palm-Cabbage-Tree


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Description

Maripa elongata (also called Elongated Maripa, among many other common names) is a palm species native to Central America and South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical climates in moist, shady areas such as rainforests and cloud forests.

Uses & Benefits

Maripa elongata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as for treating skin diseases, fever, and coughs.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Maripa elongata has small white flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings have narrow, linear leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Maripa elongata is a perennial plant that is propagated by seed or division. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by taking cuttings from the stems and leaves, and by division of the plant.

Where to Find Maripa elongata

Maripa elongata can be found in Central and South America.

Maripa elongata FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Maripa elongata?

Maripa elongata is found in tropical forests in South America.

What type of soil does Maripa elongata prefer?

Maripa elongata prefers moist, well-drained soil.

How often should Maripa elongata be watered?

Maripa elongata should be watered twice a week.

Species in the Convolvulaceae family

Aniseia harmandii, Aniseia martinicensis, Aniseia argentina, Aniseia luxurians, Argyreia adpressa, Argyreia apoensis, Argyreia arakuensis, Argyreia atropurpurea, Argyreia barbata, Argyreia barbigera, Argyreia barnesii, Argyreia bifrons, Argyreia boholensis, Argyreia boseana, Argyreia bracteosa, Argyreia breviscapa, Argyreia caudata, Argyreia celebica, Argyreia cinerea, Argyreia coacta, Argyreia confusa, Argyreia congesta, Argyreia coonoorensis, Argyreia corneri, Argyreia crispa, Argyreia cucullata, Argyreia cymosa, Argyreia daltonii, Argyreia discolor, Argyreia elliptica, Argyreia erinacea, Argyreia fulgens, Argyreia glabra, Argyreia hancorniifolia, Argyreia hirsutissima, Argyreia hookeri, Argyreia involucrata, Argyreia kerrii, Argyreia kleiniana, Argyreia kunstleri, Argyreia kurzii, Argyreia lamii, Argyreia lanceolata, Argyreia laotica, Argyreia lawii, Argyreia leschenaultii, Argyreia linggaensis, Argyreia longifolia, Argyreia luzonensis, Argyreia maingayi,

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