Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Genus:
Species:
panamensis
ID:
1297966

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hemsl.

Source:
tro

Year:
1882

Citation Micro:
Biol. Cent.-Amer., Bot. 2: 382 (1882)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001297304



Common Names

  • Maripa panamensis
  • Panamanian Maripa
  • Panamanian Palm


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Description

Maripa panamensis (also called Panama maripa, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Maripaceae. It is an evergreen shrub with large, lobed leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to Central America and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Maripa panamensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes, and is also used as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant, as it is known to have anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Maripa panamensis has white or yellow flowers with a funnel-shaped corolla. The seeds are brown and kidney-shaped. The seedlings are hairy and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Maripa panamensis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and rooted in a warm, moist environment.

Where to Find Maripa panamensis

Maripa panamensis is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Central America, from Mexico to Panama.

Maripa panamensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Maripa panamensis?

Maripa panamensis

What are the common names of Maripa panamensis?

Panama Maripa, Panama Morning-glory

What is the native range of Maripa panamensis?

Central and South America

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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