Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
obliqua
ID:
247527

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1840

Citation Micro:
Edwards's Bot. Reg. 26(Misc.): 77 (1840)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000246859



Common Names

  • Obliqua Mycaranthes
  • Mycaranthes Obliqua
  • Mycaranthes obliqua


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Synonyms

  • Pinalia obliqua Kuntze [unknown]
  • Eria obliqua Lindl. [unknown]
  • Eria polystachyoides Ridl. ex Kraenzl. [unknown]

Description

Mycaranthes obliqua (also called 'Oblique Mycaranthes', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae. It is native to the tropical forests of Southeast Asia, and is typically found in shady, humid habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Mycaranthes obliqua is a popular ornamental plant, used in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mycaranthes obliqua has yellow flowers with white centers and small, round, black seeds. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mycaranthes obliqua is a tropical evergreen shrub that grows best in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and rooted in a moist potting mix. The plant should be kept in a warm, humid environment until the roots have developed.

Where to Find Mycaranthes obliqua

Mycaranthes obliqua is native to India, Nepal, and Bhutan.

Mycaranthes obliqua FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mycaranthes obliqua?

Mycaranthes obliqua

What is the common name of Mycaranthes obliqua?

Oblique mycaranthes

What is the natural habitat of Mycaranthes obliqua?

Tropical rainforests in South America

Species in the Mycaranthes genus

Mycaranthes citrina, Mycaranthes forbesiana, Mycaranthes hawkesii, Mycaranthes latifolia, Mycaranthes leucotricha, Mycaranthes lobata, Mycaranthes monostachya, Mycaranthes nieuwenhuisii, Mycaranthes obliqua, Mycaranthes oblitterata, Mycaranthes padangensis, Mycaranthes rhinoceros, Mycaranthes schistoloba, Mycaranthes sonkaris, Mycaranthes stenophylla, Mycaranthes tjadasmalangensis, Mycaranthes tricuspidata, Mycaranthes depauperata, Mycaranthes longibracteata, Mycaranthes anceps, Mycaranthes candoonensis, Mycaranthes clemensiae, Mycaranthes davaensis, Mycaranthes lamellata, Mycaranthes mindanaensis, Mycaranthes vanoverberghii, Mycaranthes gigantea, Mycaranthes floribunda, Mycaranthes leonardoi, Mycaranthes farinosa, Mycaranthes magnicallosa, Mycaranthes major, Mycaranthes meliganensis, Mycaranthes melaleuca, Mycaranthes crucigera, Mycaranthes angustifolia, Mycaranthes brevicaulis,

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-130674: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.