Matisia obliquifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Standl.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1929
Citation Micro:
Publ. Field Columb. Mus., Bot. Ser. 4: 232 (1929)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000368847
Common Names
- Matisia Obliquifolia
- Oblique-Leaved Matisia
- Oblique-Leaved Silk-Cotton Tree
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- Matisia inaequalis Dugand [unknown]
- Matisia inaequilatera (Cuatrec.) Cuatrec. [unknown]
- Quararibea inaequalis (Dugand) García-Barr. & Hern.Cam. [unknown]
- Quararibea inaequilatera Cuatrec. [unknown]
- Matisia asymmetrica Cuatrec. [unknown]
Description
Matisia obliquifolia (also called Oblique-leaved Matisia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Malvaceae. It is native to Central and South America, from Mexico to Argentina. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Matisia obliquifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases and wounds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Matisia obliquifolia is a small, yellowish-green, star-shaped flower. The seeds are small, dark brown, and triangular in shape. The seedlings are thin and grass-like.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Matisia obliquifolia is a tropical plant that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and regular watering. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in spring or summer, while the cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer.
Where to Find Matisia obliquifolia
Matisia obliquifolia can be found in the tropical rainforests of South America.
Matisia obliquifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Matisia obliquifolia?
Matisia obliquifolia
What is the common name of Matisia obliquifolia?
No common name
What type of plant is Matisia obliquifolia?
Herbaceous perennial
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,
References
Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:154700-2: Based on the initial data import