Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
alba
ID:
232989

Status:
valid

Authors:
Chapm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1860

Citation Micro:
Fl. South. U.S. : 325 (1860)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000232320



Common Names

  • Macbridea alba
  • White Macbridea
  • White MacBridea


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Description

Macbridea alba (also called White macbridea, among many other common names) is a shrub species in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests. It grows up to 3 meters in height, with a trunk diameter of up to 10 centimeters. The leaves are simple, opposite, and have a length of 5 to 10 centimeters.

Uses & Benefits

Macbridea alba is used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Macbridea alba is white in color and has a five-lobed corolla. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped leaf with a pointed tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Macbridea alba is an evergreen shrub that can grow up to 2 m tall. It is native to Central and South America and prefers partial shade. It can be propagated by division or stem cuttings. Stem cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a potting mix. It is best to keep the cuttings in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Macbridea alba

Macbridea alba can be found in tropical rainforests in Central and South America.

Macbridea alba FAQ

What is the scientific name of Macbridea alba?

Macbridea alba

What is the common name of Macbridea alba?

White Macbridea

What is the natural habitat of Macbridea alba?

Tropical rainforest

Species in the Macbridea genus

Species in the Lamiaceae family

Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,

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