Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Species:
subsessile
ID:
451339

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Benth.) Bedell

Source:
cmp

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 119: 333 (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000450671



Common Names

  • Subsessile Marcgraviastrum
  • Subsessile Marcgravia
  • Subsessile Marcgraviastrum


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Synonyms

  • Norantea albidorosea Gilg [unknown]
  • Norantea subsessilis (Benth.) Donn.Sm. [unknown]
  • Ruyschia subsessilis Benth. [unknown]

Description

Marcgraviastrum subsessile (also called Subsessile Marcgravia, among many other common names) is a perennial vine native to Central and South America. It has dark green leaves and small, yellow flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions and prefers moist, well-drained soils.

Uses & Benefits

Marcgraviastrum subsessile is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used to control erosion and to purify water.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Marcgraviastrum subsessile has small, white flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Marcgraviastrum subsessile is a small, evergreen shrub native to Central America. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by cuttings or seed. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a well-drained soil. Seeds should be sown in the fall or early spring in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Marcgraviastrum subsessile

Marcgraviastrum subsessile is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and northern South America.

Marcgraviastrum subsessile FAQ

What is the scientific name of Marcgraviastrum subsessile?

Marcgraviastrum subsessile

What is the common name of Marcgraviastrum subsessile?

Subsessile Marcgravia

What is the growth habit of Marcgraviastrum subsessile?

It is a liana

Species in the Marcgraviaceae family

Marcgravia hartii, Marcgravia elegans, Marcgravia fosbergiana, Marcgravia eichleriana, Marcgravia evenia, Marcgravia domingensis, Marcgravia coriacea, Marcgravia caudata, Marcgravia brachysepala, Marcgravia sororopaniana, Marcgravia tobagensis, Marcgravia stonei, Marcgravia serrae, Marcgravia schippii, Marcgravia rubra, Marcgravia roonii, Marcgravia rectiflora, Marcgravia purpurea, Marcgravia sprucei, Marcgravia trianae, Marcgravia maguirei, Marcgravia punctifolia, Marcgravia nubicola, Marcgravia nepenthoides, Marcgravia brownei, Marcgravia mexicana, Marcgravia pedunculosa, Marcgravia patellulifera, Marcgravia oligandra, Marcgravia crassicostata, Marcgravia crenata, Marcgravia dasyantha, Marcgravia macroscypha, Marcgravia myriostigma, Marcgravia neurophylla, Marcgravia oblongifolia, Marcgravia salicifolia, Marcgravia stenonectaria, Marcgravia subcaudata, Marcgravia weberbaueri, Marcgravia sintenisii, Marcgravia atropunctata, Marcgravia nervosa, Marcgravia pittieri, Marcgravia polyantha, Marcgravia longifolia, Marcgravia trinitatis, Marcgravia flagellaris, Marcgravia williamsii, Marcgravia gentlei,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2505948: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Hollis G. Bedell (b.2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bedell' in the authors string.