Marina alamosana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Rose) Barneby
Source:
ildis
Year:
1977
Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard.27: 82 (1977)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000175054
Common Names
- Marina alamosana
- Alamo Mariposa
- Alamo Mariposa Lily
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- Parosela alamosana Rose [valid]
- Dalea alamosana (Rose) Bullock [valid]
Description
Marina alamosana (also called Alamos Marina, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to the Atlantic Forest of Brazil. It has a woody stem and grows up to 2 m tall. Its leaves are alternate and pinnately compound with 3-5 leaflets. It produces small, yellow flowers in the spring. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Marina alamosana is a popular ornamental plant, and is used for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a ground cover in gardens and as a border plant. It can also be used to attract butterflies and other beneficial insects.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Marina alamosana are white, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
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Marina alamosana is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil mix. Division can be done in spring or autumn, and the plant should be divided into small clumps of 3-4 stems. The clumps should be planted in a well-drained soil mix.
Where to Find Marina alamosana
Marina alamosana is found in Mexico and Central America.
Marina alamosana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Marina alamosana?
Marina alamosana
What is the common name of Marina alamosana?
Alamos marina
What is the family of Marina alamosana?
Fabaceae
Species in the Marina genus
Marina neglecta, Marina nutans, Marina alamosana, Marina calycosa, Marina capensis, Marina catalinae, Marina chrysorrhiza, Marina crenulata, Marina diffusa, Marina dispansa, Marina divaricata, Marina evanescens, Marina gemmea, Marina ghiesbreghtii, Marina gracillima, Marina grammadenia, Marina greenmaniana, Marina holwayi, Marina interstes, Marina maritima, Marina melilotina, Marina minor, Marina minutiflora, Marina oculata, Marina orcuttii, Marina palmeri, Marina parryi, Marina peninsularis, Marina procumbens, Marina pueblensis, Marina sarodes, Marina spiciformis, Marina scopa, Marina stilligera, Marina unifoliata, Marina vetula, Marina gracilis, Marina goldmanii, Marina unifoliolata, Marina brevis, Marina victoriae,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Per Axel Rydberg (1860-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rydb.' in the authors string.
Rupert Charles Barneby (1911-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barneby' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Marina alamosana (Rose) Barneby: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.