Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
nayaritensis
ID:
1255749

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Vivaldi) F.K.Mey.

Source:
tro

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
Phanerog. Monogr. 23: 142. 2000

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001255087



Common Names

  • Nayarit Barbados Cherry
  • Nayarit Malpighia
  • Nayarit Wild Lime


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Description

Malpighia nayaritensis (also called Nayarit Malpighia, among many other common names) is a shrub of the Malpighiaceae family. It is native to Mexico and grows in dry, rocky areas. It has a woody stem, with ovate leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Malpighia nayaritensis is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and landscaping. It has a long flowering period and its flowers attract bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Malpighia nayaritensis is small and white, with five petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Malpighia nayaritensis is a shrub that can be grown in warm, humid climates. Propagation is usually done through stem cuttings, which should be taken from healthy plants and planted in a well-draining potting mix. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm location until they have rooted.

Where to Find Malpighia nayaritensis

Malpighia nayaritensis is native to Mexico and can be found in dry, desert-like habitats.

Malpighia nayaritensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Malpighia nayaritensis?

Malpighia nayaritensis

What is the common name of Malpighia nayaritensis?

Nayarit Barbados cherry

What is the natural habitat of Malpighia nayaritensis?

Dry, rocky areas of the Caribbean

Species in the Malpighia genus

Malpighia romeroana, Malpighia verruculosa, Malpighia emarginata, Malpighia glabra, Malpighia coccigera, Malpighia leticiana, Malpighia galeottiana, Malpighia mexicana, Malpighia tomentosa, Malpighia fucata, Malpighia infestissima, Malpighia linearis, Malpighia setosa, Malpighia woodburyana, Malpighia albiflora, Malpighia oxycocca, Malpighia urens, Malpighia lundellii, Malpighia stevensii, Malpighia ovata, Malpighia cubensis, Malpighia sessilifolia, Malpighia souzae, Malpighia wrightiana, Malpighia wendtii, Malpighia davilae, Malpighia diversifolia, Malpighia nummulariifolia, Malpighia watsonii, Malpighia cauliflora, Malpighia obtusifolia, Malpighia incana, Malpighia martinicensis, Malpighia harrisii, Malpighia adamsii, Malpighia megacantha, Malpighia macracantha, Malpighia cnide, Malpighia velutina, Malpighia aquifolia, Malpighia polytricha, Malpighia pusillifolia, Malpighia proctorii, Malpighia micropetala, Malpighia acunana, Malpighia spathulifolia, Malpighia macrocarpa, Malpighia nayaritensis, Malpighia emiliae, Malpighia wilburiorum,

Species in the Malpighiaceae family

Acmanthera cowanii, Acmanthera duckei, Acmanthera fernandesii, Acmanthera latifolia, Acmanthera longifolia, Acmanthera minima, Acmanthera parviflora, Acridocarpus adenophorus, Acridocarpus alopecurus, Acridocarpus alternifolius, Acridocarpus austrocaledonicus, Acridocarpus ballyi, Acridocarpus camerunensis, Acridocarpus chevalieri, Acridocarpus chloropterus, Acridocarpus congestus, Acridocarpus congolensis, Acridocarpus excelsus, Acridocarpus glaucescens, Acridocarpus hirundo, Acridocarpus humbertii, Acridocarpus humblotii, Acridocarpus katangensis, Acridocarpus ledermannii, Acridocarpus longifolius, Acridocarpus macrocalyx, Acridocarpus mayumbensis, Acridocarpus monodii, Acridocarpus natalitius, Acridocarpus oppositifolius, Acridocarpus orientalis, Acridocarpus pauciglandulosus, Acridocarpus perrieri, Acridocarpus plagiopterus, Acridocarpus prasinus, Acridocarpus scheffleri, Acridocarpus smeathmannii, Acridocarpus socotranus, Acridocarpus spectabilis, Acridocarpus staudtii, Acridocarpus ugandensis, Acridocarpus vanderystii, Acridocarpus vivy, Acridocarpus zanzibaricus, Adelphia hiraea, Adelphia macrophylla, Adelphia mirabilis, Adelphia platyrachis, Aenigmatanthera doniana, Aenigmatanthera lasiandra,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50177658: Based on the initial data import
Friedrich Karl Meyer (1926-2012): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.K.Mey.' in the authors string.
José Luis Vivaldi (1948-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vivaldi' in the authors string.