Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
rhomboidea
ID:
236368

Status:
valid

Authors:
Müll.Arg.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1865

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 34: 205 (1865)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000235699



Common Names

  • Rhomboidea Manihot
  • Rhomboidea Cassava
  • Rhomboidea Tree


Searching for Manihot rhomboidea? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Manihot rhomboidea (also called 'arrowleaf cassava', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Central and South America. It has alternate, ovate leaves and white flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions, in moist soils and in open or closed forests.

Uses & Benefits

Manihot rhomboidea is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, diarrhea, and skin diseases.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Manihot rhomboidea sub. microcarpa (Müll.Arg.) D.J.Rogers & Appan
Manihot rhomboidea sub. rhomboidea

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Manihot rhomboidea has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have bright green leaves.

Searching for Manihot rhomboidea? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Manihot rhomboidea is an evergreen shrub that grows best in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained, moist soil and can tolerate dry conditions. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Manihot rhomboidea

Manihot rhomboidea is native to South America and can be found in dry, rocky areas and open woodlands at elevations of 500-2000m.

Manihot rhomboidea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Manihot rhomboidea?

Manihot rhomboidea

What is the common name of Manihot rhomboidea?

Rhomboid cassava

What is the natural habitat of Manihot rhomboidea?

Tropical forests of South America

Species in the Manihot genus

Manihot acuminatissima, Manihot aesculifolia, Manihot alutacea, Manihot angustiloba, Manihot anisophylla, Manihot anomala, Manihot attenuata, Manihot auriculata, Manihot baccata, Manihot boliviana, Manihot brachyandra, Manihot brachyloba, Manihot caerulescens, Manihot carthaginensis, Manihot catingae, Manihot caudata, Manihot cecropiifolia, Manihot chlorosticta, Manihot compositifolia, Manihot condensata, Manihot corymbiflora, Manihot crassisepala, Manihot crotalariiformis, Manihot davisiae, Manihot diamantinensis, Manihot dichotoma, Manihot divergens, Manihot epruinosa, Manihot esculenta, Manihot falcata, Manihot filamentosa, Manihot flemingiana, Manihot foetida, Manihot fruticulosa, Manihot gabrielensis, Manihot gracilis, Manihot grahamii, Manihot guaranitica, Manihot handroana, Manihot hassleriana, Manihot heptaphylla, Manihot hilariana, Manihot hunzikeriana, Manihot inflata, Manihot irwinii, Manihot jacobinensis, Manihot janiphoides, Manihot jolyana, Manihot leptophylla, Manihot longipetiolata,

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