Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Species:
schwackeanus
ID:
448666

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Perkins) I.Santos & Peixoto

Source:
cmp

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Rodriguésia 52(81): 97 (2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000447998



Common Names

  • Schwacke's Macropeplus
  • Macropeplus schwackeanus
  • Schwacke's Macropeplus


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Synonyms

  • Macropeplus ligustrinus schwackeanus Perkins [unknown]

Description

Macropeplus schwackeanus (also called Schwacke's Macropeplus, among many other common names) is a small, tufted grass with narrow leaves and small, white flowers. It is native to South America and is found in wet meadows and marshes.

Uses & Benefits

Macropeplus schwackeanus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Macropeplus schwackeanus has small, white, fragrant flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Macropeplus schwackeanus can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Divisions should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Both methods require bright, indirect light and regular watering.

Where to Find Macropeplus schwackeanus

Macropeplus schwackeanus can be found in South America.

Macropeplus schwackeanus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Macropeplus schwackeanus?

Macropeplus schwackeanus

What type of plant is Macropeplus schwackeanus?

It is a species of flowering plant in the family Monimiaceae

Where is Macropeplus schwackeanus found?

It is native to Brazil

Species in the Monimiaceae family

Austromatthaea elegans, Carnegieodoxa eximia, Decarydendron helenae, Decarydendron lamii, Decarydendron perrieri, Decarydendron ranomafanense, Ephippiandra domatiata, Ephippiandra madagascariensis, Ephippiandra masoalensis, Ephippiandra microphylla, Ephippiandra myrtoidea, Ephippiandra perrieri, Ephippiandra tsaratanensis, Faika villosa, Grazielanthus arkeocarpus, Hedycarya alternifolia, Hedycarya angustifolia, Hedycarya aragoensis, Hedycarya arborea, Hedycarya badaunii, Hedycarya chrysophylla, Hedycarya cupulata, Hedycarya denticulata, Hedycarya dorstenioides, Hedycarya engleriana, Hedycarya erythrocarpa, Hedycarya loxocarya, Hedycarya neoebudica, Hedycarya parvifolia, Hedycarya perbracteolata, Hedycarya rivularis, Hedycarya symplocoides, Hedycarya baudouinii, Hemmantia webbii, Hennecartia omphalandra, Hortonia floribunda, Hortonia ovalifolia, Hortonia angustifolia, Kairoa suberosa, Kairoa endressiana, Kairoa villosa, Kairoa cromeana, Kibara royenii, Kibara roemeri, Kibara rosselensis, Kibara shungolensis, Kibara sleumeri, Kibara sudestensis, Kibara warenensis, Kibara versteeghii,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2501523: Based on the initial data import
Janet Russell Perkins (1835-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Perkins' in the authors string.
Ariane Luna Peixoto (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Peixoto' in the authors string.
Inês da Silva Santos: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.Santos' in the authors string.