Malesherbia fatimae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
fatimae
ID:
1329434
Status:
valid
Authors:
Weigend & H.Beltrán
Source:
ipni
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 202: 252 (2015)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001341888
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Malesherbia fatimae (also called Fatima's Malesherbia, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to tropical regions of South and Central America. It has large, lobed leaves and showy, white flowers with purple centers. It is found in tropical forests, disturbed areas, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Malesherbia fatimae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant and has been used to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomach problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Malesherbia fatimae has small, white flowers with yellow centers and a sweet, fragrant scent. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate with a few leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Malesherbia fatimae is a perennial shrub native to Morocco. It can be propagated by division or by seed. When propagating by division, the plant should be divided into several pieces, each with at least one root and one shoot. When propagating by seed, the seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept at a temperature of around 20-25°C. The seedlings should be kept in a bright, humid environment and should be watered regularly.
Where to Find Malesherbia fatimae
Malesherbia fatimae is native to Morocco.
Malesherbia fatimae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Malesherbia fatimae?
Malesherbia fatimae
What is the family of Malesherbia fatimae?
Rubiaceae
Where is Malesherbia fatimae found?
Morocco
Species in the Malesherbia genus
Malesherbia rugosa, Malesherbia multiflora, Malesherbia fasciculata, Malesherbia obtusa, Malesherbia densiflora, Malesherbia deserticola, Malesherbia haemantha, Malesherbia lactea, Malesherbia linearifolia, Malesherbia lirana, Malesherbia solanoides, Malesherbia tubulosa, Malesherbia turbinea, Malesherbia weberbaueri, Malesherbia ardens, Malesherbia scarlatiflora, Malesherbia angustisecta, Malesherbia auristipulata, Malesherbia campanulata, Malesherbia humilis, Malesherbia lanceolata, Malesherbia paniculata, Malesherbia tenuifolia, Malesherbia tocopillana, Malesherbia splendens, Malesherbia arequipensis, Malesherbia corallina, Malesherbia laraosensis, Malesherbia fatimae,
Species in the Passifloraceae family
Adenia kigogoensis, Adenia litoralis, Adenia mcdadeana, Adenia metamorpha, Adenia stylosa, Adenia aculeata, Adenia acuta, Adenia adenifera, Adenia antongilliana, Adenia ballyi, Adenia banaensis, Adenia bequaertii, Adenia boivinii, Adenia cardiophylla, Adenia cissampeloides, Adenia cladosepala, Adenia cordifolia, Adenia cordifolia, Adenia crassa, Adenia cynanchifolia, Adenia densiflora, Adenia digitata, Adenia dinklagei, Adenia dolichosiphon, Adenia ecirrosa, Adenia elegans, Adenia ellenbeckii, Adenia epigea, Adenia erecta, Adenia fasciculata, Adenia fernandesiana, Adenia firingalavensis, Adenia fruticosa, Adenia gedoensis, Adenia glauca, Adenia globosa, Adenia globosa, Adenia goetzei, Adenia gracilis, Adenia guineensis, Adenia gummifera, Adenia hastata, Adenia heterophylla, Adenia hondala, Adenia huillensis, Adenia inermis, Adenia isaloensis, Adenia karibaensis, Adenia keramanthus, Adenia kinabaluensis,
References
Hamilton Beltrán Santiago (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Beltrán' in the authors string.
Maximilian Weigend (b.1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Weigend' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77145944-1: Based on the initial data import