Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
angustifolia
ID:
232290

Status:
valid

Authors:
Spruce ex Benth.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1854

Citation Micro:
Hooker's J. Bot. Kew Gard. Misc. 6: 365 (1854)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000231621



Common Names

  • Mabea Angustifolia
  • Angustifolia Mabea
  • Angustifolia


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Synonyms

  • Mabea angustifolia longifolia Britton [unknown]
  • Mabea angustifolia major Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Mabea angustifolia myrtifolia Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Mabea angustifolia oblonga Benth. in Hook. [unknown]
  • Mabea fistulifera Benth. [unknown]
  • Mabea juinensis Emmerich [unknown]
  • Mabea longifolia Pax & K.Hoffm. [unknown]
  • Mabea riedelii Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Mabea angustifolia genuina Müll.Arg. [unknown]

Description

Mabea angustifolia (also called narrow-leaved mabea, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Brazil. It has large, heart-shaped leaves and yellowish-green flowers that are enclosed in a spathe. It is found in wetland habitats, such as swamps, bogs, and wet meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Mabea angustifolia is a popular ornamental plant, used in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mabea angustifolia has small, white flowers that are borne in a spike-like inflorescence. The seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings are yellowish-green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mabea angustifolia is a small, evergreen, rhizomatous perennial that grows in clumps. It can be propagated by division of the rhizome or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in partial shade and can tolerate full sun. It is drought tolerant once established.

Where to Find Mabea angustifolia

Mabea angustifolia can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Mabea angustifolia FAQ

What is the maximum height of Mabea angustifolia?

Mabea angustifolia can reach heights of up to 2 meters.

What type of soil does Mabea angustifolia prefer?

Mabea angustifolia prefers moist, well-drained soil.

What type of climate does Mabea angustifolia prefer?

Mabea angustifolia prefers a warm, humid climate.

Species in the Euphorbiaceae family

Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-116129: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Richard Spruce (1817-1893): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spruce' in the authors string.