Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Icacinales
Genus:
Species:
obscura
ID:
1411336

Status:
valid

Authors:
(C.Y.Wu) Byng & Stull

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 0.267361111. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001423801



Common Names

  • Mappia Obscura
  • Mappia Dark
  • Mappia Shadow


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Description

Mappia obscura (also called Obscure Mappia, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to Central and South America. It has long, thin, green leaves and produces white flowers. It typically grows in humid, tropical climates and can be found in rainforests, cloud forests, and other moist habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Mappia obscura is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mappia obscura is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green with a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mappia obscura is a shrub that grows in tropical climates. It can be propagated from cuttings or from seed. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Once established, the plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Mappia obscura

Mappia obscura is native to South America and can be found in Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina.

Mappia obscura FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mappia obscura?

Mappia obscura

What is the common name of Mappia obscura?

Obscure Mappia

What is the natural habitat of Mappia obscura?

Tropical forests of Central and South America

Species in the Icacinaceae family

Alsodeiopsis chippii, Alsodeiopsis mannii, Alsodeiopsis poggei, Alsodeiopsis rowlandii, Alsodeiopsis schumannii, Alsodeiopsis staudtii, Alsodeiopsis tessmannii, Alsodeiopsis zenkeri, Calatola costaricensis, Calatola laevigata, Calatola mollis, Calatola pastazana, Calatola uxpanapensis, Calatola microcarpa, Casimirella ampla, Casimirella beckii, Casimirella crispula, Casimirella diversifolia, Casimirella guaranitica, Casimirella lanata, Casimirella rupestris, Cassinopsis chapelieri, Cassinopsis ciliata, Cassinopsis ilicifolia, Cassinopsis madagascariensis, Cassinopsis tinifolia, Cassinopsis tomentosa, Desmostachys longipes, Desmostachys oblongifolia, Desmostachys planchonianus, Desmostachys tenuifolius, Desmostachys vogelii, Emmotum harleyi, Emmotum acuminatum, Emmotum affine, Emmotum celiae, Emmotum conjunctum, Emmotum fagifolium, Emmotum floribundum, Emmotum fulvum, Emmotum glabrum, Emmotum nitens, Emmotum orbiculatum, Emmotum yapacanum, Emmotum amazonicum, Hosiea japonica, Hosiea sinensis, Icacina claessensii, Icacina guessfeldtii, Icacina mannii,

References

Wu Zhengyi (1916-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Y.Wu' in the authors string.
James W. Byng: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Byng' in the authors string.
Gregory W. Stull (b.1987): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stull' in the authors string.