Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
biglandulosa
ID:
232303

Status:
valid

Authors:
Müll.Arg.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1866

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 15(2): 1151 (1866)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000231634



Common Names

  • Mabea Biglandulosa
  • Biglandulosa Mabea
  • Biglandulosa


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Synonyms

  • Mabea montana biglandulosa (Müll.Arg.) Hollander [unknown]
  • Mabea occidentalis laevigata Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Mabea piriri laevigata Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Mabea volubilis Klotzsch [unknown]

Description

Mabea biglandulosa (also called biglandular 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 biglandulosa 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 biglandulosa 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 biglandulosa can be propagated by division or stem cuttings. For division, carefully remove the plant from the pot and divide the rootball into two or more sections, each with a good root system. Replant each section in a new pot filled with a well-draining potting mix. For stem cuttings, take a cutting from the stem of the plant and remove the lower leaves. Place the cutting in a pot filled with a well-draining potting mix and keep the soil moist. The cutting should root in a few weeks.

Where to Find Mabea biglandulosa

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

Mabea biglandulosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mabea biglandulosa?

Mabea biglandulosa

What is the common name of Mabea biglandulosa?

Unknown

What type of plant is Mabea biglandulosa?

Shrub

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