Mabea linearifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
linearifolia
ID:
232335
Status:
valid
Authors:
Jabl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1967
Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 17: 176 (1967)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000231666
Common Names
- Mabea Linearifolia
- Linearifolia Mabea
- Linearifolia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Mabea linearifolia (also called linear-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 linearifolia 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
The flowers of Mabea linearifolia are yellow, with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small, brown and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with linear leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Mabea linearifolia is a shrub or small tree native to the Amazon rainforest. It is easy to propagate from cuttings and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and should be watered regularly. It can be propagated from seeds, but this is a slow process and may take several months before the seedlings are ready for transplanting.
Where to Find Mabea linearifolia
Mabea linearifolia can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Mabea linearifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Mabea linearifolia?
Mabea linearifolia
What is the common name of Mabea linearifolia?
Linear-leaved Mabea
What is the natural habitat of Mabea linearifolia?
Mabea linearifolia is native to tropical rainforests in Central and South America
Species in the Mabea genus
Mabea anadena, Mabea angularis, Mabea angustifolia, Mabea anomala, Mabea arenicola, Mabea biglandulosa, Mabea caudata, Mabea chocoensis, Mabea elata, Mabea elegans, Mabea excelsa, Mabea fistulifera, Mabea frutescens, Mabea gaudichaudiana, Mabea glaziovii, Mabea jefensis, Mabea klugii, Mabea linearifolia, Mabea longibracteata, Mabea macbridei, Mabea macrocalyx, Mabea montana, Mabea nitida, Mabea occidentalis, Mabea ovata, Mabea paniculata, Mabea piriri, Mabea pohliana, Mabea pulcherrima, Mabea rubicunda, Mabea salicoides, Mabea speciosa, Mabea standleyi, Mabea subserrulata, Mabea subsessilis, Mabea taquari, Mabea tenorioi, Mabea trianae, Mabea uleana,
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-116172: Based on the initial data import
Eugene Jablonszky (1892-1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jabl.' in the authors string.