Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
amplifolia
ID:
369710

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pittier

Source:
cmp

Year:
1945

Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Venez. Ci. Nat. 10: 115 (1945)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000369042



Common Names

  • Matisia Amplifolia
  • Matisia
  • Tree Cotton


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Synonyms

  • Quararibea amplifolia (Pittier) Cuatrec. [unknown]

Description

Matisia amplifolia (also called Bigleaf matisia, among many other common names) is a tropical tree native to the Amazon rainforest. It grows up to 20 meters tall and has large, leathery leaves that are up to 50 cm long. It prefers moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Matisia amplifolia is a flowering shrub native to South America and is commonly used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments such as fever, headaches, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Matisia amplifolia has small, yellowish-green flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small, black and shiny. Its seedlings are small and have a single, upright stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Matisia amplifolia is a tropical tree native to South America. It is easy to propagate from seeds. Plant the seeds in well-draining soil and water the soil thoroughly. Keep the soil moist until the seeds germinate. It prefers full sun and well-draining soil.

Where to Find Matisia amplifolia

Matisia amplifolia can be found in Central and South America.

Matisia amplifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Matisia amplifolia?

Matisia amplifolia

What is the common name of Matisia amplifolia?

Broad-leaved Matisia

What is the family of Matisia amplifolia?

Bombacaceae

Species in the Matisia genus

Matisia serpicostata, Matisia spathacea, Matisia sulcata, Matisia uribei, Matisia valdes-bermejoi, Matisia ochrocalyx, Matisia lozanoi, Matisia samariensis, Matisia racemifera, Matisia obliquifolia, Matisia hirsutissima, Matisia amplifolia, Matisia bullata, Matisia cordata, Matisia cornu-copiae, Matisia cuatrecasana, Matisia gentryi, Matisia glandifera, Matisia bicolor, Matisia bolivarii, Matisia bracteolosa, Matisia castano, Matisia cruceto, Matisia dolichosiphon, Matisia hirta, Matisia huallagensis, Matisia idroboi, Matisia lecythicarpa, Matisia longiflora, Matisia oblongifolia, Matisia sclerophylla, Matisia stenopetala, Matisia lasiocalyx, Matisia arteagensis, Matisia exalata, Matisia intricata, Matisia malacocalyx, Matisia palenquiana, Matisia alata, Matisia coloradorum, Matisia dolichopoda, Matisia leptandra, Matisia longitubulosa, Matisia sanblasensis, Matisia soegengii, Matisia longipes, Matisia alchornifolia, Matisia dowdingii, Matisia calimana, Matisia giacomettoi,

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,

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