Meineckia uzungwaensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
uzungwaensis
ID:
240031
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Radcl.-Sm.) Radcl.-Sm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1997
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 52: 175 (1997)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000239363
Common Names
- Meineckia uzungwaensis
- Uzungwa Riceflower
- Uzungwa Rice Bush
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Zimmermanniopsis uzungwaensis Radcl.-Sm. [unknown]
Description
Meineckia uzungwaensis (also called Uzungwaensis meineckia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with ovate to elliptic leaves that are 2-7 cm long. It is native to Madagascar and is found in dry deciduous forests and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Meineckia uzungwaensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in the production of cut flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Meineckia uzungwaensis has small, white flowers with yellow and purple markings. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Meineckia uzungwaensis is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 m tall. It is native to the Eastern Arc Mountains of Tanzania. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix.
Where to Find Meineckia uzungwaensis
Meineckia uzungwaensis is native to Tanzania and can be found in moist forests and grasslands.
Meineckia uzungwaensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Meineckia uzungwaensis?
Meineckia uzungwaensis
What type of plant is Meineckia uzungwaensis?
A shrub
Where is Meineckia uzungwaensis found?
In Africa
Species in the Meineckia genus
Meineckia acuminata, Meineckia baronii, Meineckia bartlettii, Meineckia calycina, Meineckia capillipes, Meineckia decaryi, Meineckia filipes, Meineckia fruticans, Meineckia grandiflora, Meineckia humbertii, Meineckia leandrii, Meineckia longipes, Meineckia macropus, Meineckia madagascariensis, Meineckia neogranatensis, Meineckia nguruensis, Meineckia orientalis, Meineckia ovata, Meineckia parvifolia, Meineckia paxii, Meineckia peltata, Meineckia phyllanthoides, Meineckia pubiflora, Meineckia stipularis, Meineckia trichogynis, Meineckia uzungwaensis, Meineckia vestita, Meineckia websteri, Meineckia gracilipes, Meineckia cerebroides, Meineckia nusbaumeri, Meineckia ranirisonii,
Species in the Phyllanthaceae family
Actephila alanbakeri, Actephila saccata, Actephila albidula, Actephila anthelminthica, Actephila aurantiaca, Actephila collinsiae, Actephila daii, Actephila dolichopoda, Actephila excelsa, Actephila foetida, Actephila grandifolia, Actephila latifolia, Actephila lindleyi, Actephila longipedicellata, Actephila macrantha, Actephila mearsii, Actephila merrilliana, Actephila mooreana, Actephila nitidula, Actephila ovalis, Actephila petiolaris, Actephila pierrei, Actephila platysepala, Actephila puberula, Actephila sessilifolia, Actephila subsessilis, Actephila trichogyna, Actephila bella, Actephila championiae, Actephila flavescens, Actephila plicata, Actephila traceyi, Actephila venusta, Actephila vernicosa, Actephila forsteri, Amanoa almerindae, Amanoa anomala, Amanoa bracteosa, Amanoa caribaea, Amanoa congesta, Amanoa cupatensis, Amanoa glaucophylla, Amanoa gracillima, Amanoa guianensis, Amanoa muricata, Amanoa nanayensis, Amanoa neglecta, Amanoa oblongifolia, Amanoa sinuosa, Amanoa steyermarkii,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-123441: Based on the initial data import
Alan Radcliffe-Smith (1938-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Radcl.-Sm.' in the authors string.