Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
amazonica
ID:
236934

Status:
valid

Authors:
Esser

Source:
wcs

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Novon 9: 32 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000236265



Common Names

  • Maprounea amazonica
  • Amazonian Maprounea
  • Amazonian Firebush


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Synonyms

  • Maprounea guianensis obtusata (Benth. ex Müll.Arg.) Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Maprounea guianensis obtusata Müll.Arg. [unknown]

Description

Maprounea amazonica (also called Maprounea, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree that grows up to 6 meters tall. It is native to tropical regions of South America and is found in rainforests, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Maprounea amazonica is used for its ornamental value and is often planted in gardens and parks. It is also used as a hedge plant and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Maprounea amazonica has white flowers with yellow centers and a sweet fragrance. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves and a pale green stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Maprounea amazonica can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. Pruning is recommended to maintain a neat shape and encourage flowering.

Where to Find Maprounea amazonica

Maprounea amazonica is native to tropical South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Maprounea amazonica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Maprounea amazonica?

Maprounea amazonica

What is the family of Maprounea amazonica?

Euphorbiaceae

What is the common name of Maprounea amazonica?

Amazonian Maprounea

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