Malesherbia rugosa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rugosa
ID:
450381
Status:
valid
Authors:
Gay
Source:
ksu
Year:
1847
Citation Micro:
Fl. Chil. 2: 423 (1847)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000449713
Common Names
- Rugose malesherbia
- Rugose false-mallow
- Rugose false mallow
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- Malesherbia ovata Phil. [unknown]
- Malesherbia glandulifera Werderm. [unknown]
- Malesherbia prolifera Phil. [unknown]
- Malesherbia foliosa Phil. [unknown]
- Gynopleura rugosa (Gay) Ball [unknown]
- Malesherbia brevipedunculata Werderm. [unknown]
- Malesherbia oblongifolia Phil. [unknown]
- Malesherbia serrata Phil. [unknown]
Description
Malesherbia rugosa (also called Rough-leaved Malesherbia, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub with opposite, simple leaves and white flowers. It is native to South America, and is typically found in tropical forests and other moist habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Malesherbia rugosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and analgesic properties.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Malesherbia rugosa var. pseudopulverulenta RicardiFlower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Malesherbia rugosa is a small, yellow, five-petaled flower. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Malesherbia rugosa is a perennial herb that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is by division or by seed.
Where to Find Malesherbia rugosa
Malesherbia rugosa can be found in South Africa.
Malesherbia rugosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Malesherbia rugosa?
Malesherbia rugosa
What is the common name of Malesherbia rugosa?
Rugosa
What is the natural habitat of Malesherbia rugosa?
It is found in dry, rocky areas
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
Claude Ray (1800-1873): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gay' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:674555-1: Based on the initial data import