Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Genus:
Species:
malayana
ID:
374232

Status:
valid

Authors:
Oliv.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1873

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London 28: 517 (1873)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000373564

Common Names

  • Maingaya Malayana
  • Malayan Water Milfoil
  • Myriophyllum

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Description

Maingaya malayana (also called Malayan Maingaya, among many other common names) is an evergreen tree of the Meliaceae family. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Southeast Asia. It grows in moist soils, such as wet meadows, marshes, and streambanks.

Uses & Benefits

Maingaya malayana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cover crop in agricultural fields.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Maingaya malayana has small, white flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Maingaya malayana is a perennial shrub that is native to Southeast Asia. It is an easy to grow plant that can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. It prefers moist soil and partial shade, but can tolerate full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is best to water regularly and fertilize lightly. It is also important to keep the soil evenly moist and to deadhead spent flowers to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Maingaya malayana

Maingaya malayana is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, Africa, and Asia.

Maingaya malayana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Maingaya malayana?

Maingaya malayana

What is the common name of Maingaya malayana?

Malayan Water Milfoil

What is the natural habitat of Maingaya malayana?

It is found in shallow water in lakes, ponds, and rivers.

Species in the Maingaya genus

Species in the Hamamelidaceae family

Chunia bucklandioides, Corylopsis alnifolia, Corylopsis brevistyla, Corylopsis calcicola, Corylopsis coreana, Corylopsis glabrescens, Corylopsis glandulifera, Corylopsis glaucescens, Corylopsis gotoana, Corylopsis henryi, Corylopsis himalayana, Corylopsis microcarpa, Corylopsis multiflora, Corylopsis obovata, Corylopsis omeiensis, Corylopsis pauciflora, Corylopsis platypetala, Corylopsis rotundifolia, Corylopsis sinensis, Corylopsis trabeculosa, Corylopsis veitchiana, Corylopsis velutina, Corylopsis willmottiae, Corylopsis yui, Corylopsis yunnanensis, Corylopsis spicata, Dicoryphe angustifolia, Dicoryphe buddlejoides, Dicoryphe gracilis, Dicoryphe guatteriifolia, Dicoryphe lanceolata, Dicoryphe laurifolia, Dicoryphe laurina, Dicoryphe macrophylla, Dicoryphe platyphylla, Dicoryphe retusa, Dicoryphe stipulacea, Dicoryphe viticoides, Disanthus cercidifolius, Distyliopsis dunnii, Distyliopsis lanata, Distyliopsis laurifolia, Distyliopsis salicifolia, Distyliopsis tutcheri, Distyliopsis yunnanensis, Distylium annamicum, Distylium buxifolium, Distylium chinense, Distylium chinense, Distylium chungii,