Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Genus:
Species:
pauciflora
ID:
1299141

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.F.Austin

Source:
tro

Year:
1973

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 60: 384 (1973)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001298479



Common Names

  • Pauciflora Maripa
  • Pauciflora Morning Glory
  • Pauciflora Ipomoea


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Description

Maripa pauciflora (also called 'Maripa Palm', among many other common names) is a large shrub or small tree with fan-shaped leaves and small white flowers. It is native to tropical regions of South America and is found in many habitats, including disturbed areas, roadsides, and fields.

Uses & Benefits

Maripa pauciflora is used as an ornamental plant and is grown for its attractive flowers. It is also used as a ground cover and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Maripa pauciflora has white, star-shaped flowers. Its seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and a pair of opposite, ovate-lanceolate leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Maripa pauciflora can be propagated by seed, cuttings, or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in summer or autumn and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Plants can be divided in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Maripa pauciflora

Maripa pauciflora is native to Mexico, Central America, and South America.

Maripa pauciflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Maripa pauciflora?

Maripa pauciflora

What is the common name of Maripa pauciflora?

Maripa

Where is Maripa pauciflora native to?

Central 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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