Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
malmeana
ID:
1306750

Status:
valid

Authors:
(R.E.Fr.) Donnell

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 37: 719 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001319204



Common Names

  • Malme's Callianthe
  • Malme's Callianthe
  • Malme's Callianthe


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Description

Callianthe malmeana (also called Callianthe malmeana, among many other common names) is a small, herbaceous, perennial plant native to Brazil. It has a single, thin, upright stem that grows up to 10 cm tall and is covered with small, ovate, fleshy leaves. The small, white flowers are produced in a single, terminal inflorescence. It grows in humid, shady areas of tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Callianthe malmeana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in the production of herbal teas. It is believed to have anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Callianthe malmeana has yellow flowers that are arranged in clusters of up to five. The seeds are small, dark brown and slightly flattened. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Callianthe malmeana is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 m tall. It is native to the Atlantic Forest of Brazil. It can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken from mature wood and planted in a moist, well-draining soil. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-draining soil and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs.

Where to Find Callianthe malmeana

Callianthe malmeana is found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina.

Callianthe malmeana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Callianthe malmeana?

Callianthe malmeana

What type of plant is Callianthe malmeana?

Callianthe malmeana is an orchid

What is the native range of Callianthe malmeana?

Callianthe malmeana is native to South America

Species in the Callianthe genus

Callianthe montana, Callianthe andrade-limae, Callianthe bedfordiana, Callianthe bezerrae, Callianthe darwinii, Callianthe rufinerva, Callianthe rufivela, Callianthe scabrida, Callianthe schenckii, Callianthe sellowiana, Callianthe elegans, Callianthe fluviatilis, Callianthe glaziovii, Callianthe inaequalis, Callianthe latipetala, Callianthe monteiroi, Callianthe muelleri-friderici, Callianthe pickelii, Callianthe senilis, Callianthe malmeana, Callianthe mexiae, Callianthe macrantha, Callianthe cyclonervosa, Callianthe geminiflora, Callianthe jaliscana, Callianthe jujuiensis, Callianthe mouraei, Callianthe pachecoana, Callianthe petiolaris, Callianthe purpusii, Callianthe torrendii, Callianthe tridens, Callianthe vexillaria, Callianthe megapotamica, Callianthe nivea, Callianthe peruviana, Callianthe ulbrichii, Callianthe pauciflora, Callianthe sylvatica, Callianthe longifolia, Callianthe lanata, Callianthe picta, Callianthe amoena,

Species in the Malvaceae family

Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,

References

Robert Elias Fries (1876-1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.E.Fr.' in the authors string.
Aliya A. Donnell: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Donnell' in the authors string.