Champereia manillana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
manillana
ID:
600491
Status:
valid
Authors:
Merr.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1912
Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci., C 7: 233 (1912)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000599823
Common Names
- Champereia manillana
- Manila False Cypress
- Manila Cypress
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Opilia manillana Baill. [unknown]
- Cansjera manillana Blume [unknown]
- Cansjera martabanica Wall. [unknown]
Description
Champereia manillana (also called Manila Vigna, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Australia. It grows in open forests, grasslands, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Champereia manillana is an ornamental plant used in gardens and parks. It is also used for soil stabilization on slopes and embankments. The leaves of the plant are edible and can be used in salads.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Champereia manillana var. longistaminea (W.Z.Li) H.S.KiuChampereia manillana var. manillana
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Champereia manillana is white and has five petals. The seed is small and round with a dark brown color. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Champereia manillana is a terrestrial orchid native to the Philippines. It can be propagated by division or by seed. Cultivation is best done in a well-draining soil mix with plenty of organic matter. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be kept moist but not wet.
Where to Find Champereia manillana
Champereia manillana can be found in the tropical regions of Central and South America.
Champereia manillana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Champereia manillana?
Champereia manillana
What is the common name of Champereia manillana?
Manila Champereia
What is the natural habitat of Champereia manillana?
Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests
Species in the Champereia genus
Species in the Opiliaceae family
Agonandra brasiliensis, Agonandra excelsa, Agonandra fluminensis, Agonandra goldbergiana, Agonandra macrocarpa, Agonandra obtusifolia, Agonandra ovatifolia, Agonandra peruviana, Agonandra racemosa, Agonandra silvatica, Cansjera leptostachya, Cansjera parvifolia, Cansjera rheedei, Champereia manillana, Gjellerupia papuana, Lepionurus sylvestris, Melientha suavis, Opilia campestris, Opilia amentacea, Pentarhopalopilia umbellulata, Pentarhopalopilia marquesii, Pentarhopalopilia madagascariensis, Pentarhopalopilia perrieri, Rhopalopilia pallens, Rhopalopilia altescandens, Rhopalopilia hallei, Urobotrya siamensis, Urobotrya parviflora, Urobotrya longipes, Urobotrya latisquama, Urobotrya floresensis, Urobotrya congolana, Urobotrya sparsiflora,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2715872: Based on the initial data import
Elmer Drew Merrill (1876-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merr.' in the authors string.