Muellera filipes - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Benth.) M.J.Silva & A.M.G.Azevedo
Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
Taxon61: 103 (2012)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001318192
Common Names
- Filipe's Muellera
- Muellera filipes
- Muellera filipes
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Muellera filipes (also called 'Carrasco', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Central and South America. It has a single trunk and its leaves are alternate, simple, and elliptic. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests and in open areas.
Uses & Benefits
Muellera filipes is used as an ornamental plant in landscaping and as a windbreak. It is also used to make a tea that is believed to have medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Muellera filipes is a light yellow-green color, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Muellera filipes can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers a sunny spot in well-draining soil. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize monthly with a balanced fertilizer. Prune as needed to maintain a neat shape.
Where to Find Muellera filipes
Muellera filipes can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Muellera filipes FAQ
What is the scientific name of Muellera filipes?
Muellera filipes
What are the common names of Muellera filipes?
Filipe's Muellera
What is the natural habitat of Muellera filipes?
Tropical and subtropical forests
Species in the Muellera genus
Muellera nitens, Muellera leptobotrys, Muellera fernandesii, Muellera fluvialis, Muellera denudata, Muellera filipes, Muellera graciliflora, Muellera grazielae, Muellera laticifera, Muellera longiunguiculata, Muellera montana, Muellera obtusa, Muellera torrensis, Muellera tozziana, Muellera variabilis, Muellera virgilioides, Muellera amazonica, Muellera broadwayi, Muellera burkartii, Muellera chocoensis, Muellera crucisrubierae, Muellera unifoliolata, Muellera campestris, Muellera fendleri, Muellera lutea, Muellera lutescens, Muellera monilis, Muellera nudiflorens, Muellera sanctae-marthae, Muellera sericea, Muellera tubicalyx, Muellera fragiliflora,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Ana Maria Goulart de Azevedo (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.M.G.Azevedo' in the authors string.
Marcos José da Silva: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.J.Silva' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77118390-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Muellera filipes (Benth.) M.J.Silva & A.M.G.Azevedo: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.