Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Genus:
Species:
intermedia
ID:
448694

Status:
valid

Authors:
Merr.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1918

Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci., C 13: 11 (1918)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000448026



Common Names

  • Intermedia Matthaea
  • Intermedia Matthaea Tree
  • Intermedia Matthaea Wood


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Description

Matthaea intermedia (also called Intermediary mattheea, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region and western Europe. It grows up to 1 meter in height and has a rounded crown. It is found in dry open woodlands and thickets.

Uses & Benefits

Matthaea intermedia is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, malaria, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of timber for furniture and other wood products.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Matthaea intermedia 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

Matthaea intermedia is a perennial grass that is native to South Africa. It is easy to propagate from seed, and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and is drought tolerant. It can be propagated by division or by cuttings.

Where to Find Matthaea intermedia

Matthaea intermedia can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, Italy, and Greece.

Matthaea intermedia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Matthaea intermedia?

Matthaea intermedia

What is the common name of Matthaea intermedia?

Intermediate Rush

What type of plant is Matthaea intermedia?

A perennial aquatic plant

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,