Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
pauciflorum
ID:
1261061

Status:
valid

Authors:
Tul.

Source:
tro

Year:
1849

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 3, 11: 94 (1849)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001260399

Common Names

  • Marathrum pauciflorum
  • Few-flowered Marathrum
  • Few-flowered Marathrum

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Description

Marathrum pauciflorum (also called Few-flowered marathrum, among many other common names) is a small shrub found in tropical and subtropical regions of Australia. It is a perennial plant with short stems and leaves that are usually 5–10 cm long. The leaves are leathery and scaly, and the flowers are yellow or white. It is found in moist, shady habitats, such as forests and streambanks.

Uses & Benefits

Marathrum pauciflorum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It can also be used to prevent soil erosion. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Marathrum pauciflorum is small, white, and has five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling has a single cotyledon and a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Marathrum pauciflorum is a woody plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. Propagation can be done through seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Marathrum pauciflorum

Marathrum pauciflorum can be found in India, Nepal, and Bhutan.

Marathrum pauciflorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Marathrum pauciflorum?

Marathrum pauciflorum

What type of plant is Marathrum pauciflorum?

Marathrum pauciflorum is a shrub

Where is Marathrum pauciflorum native to?

Marathrum pauciflorum is native to Mexico

Species in the Podostemaceae family

Angolaea fluitans, Apinagia aripecuruensis, Apinagia arminensis, Apinagia batrachifolia, Apinagia boliviana, Apinagia brevicaulis, Apinagia crispa, Apinagia digitata, Apinagia dissecta, Apinagia divaricata, Apinagia fimbrifolia, Apinagia flexuosa, Apinagia fluitans, Apinagia fucoides, Apinagia gardneriana, Apinagia glaziovii, Apinagia goejei, Apinagia guairaensis, Apinagia guyanensis, Apinagia hulkiana, Apinagia itanensis, Apinagia kochii, Apinagia latifolia, Apinagia leptophylla, Apinagia longifolia, Apinagia marowynensis, Apinagia membranacea, Apinagia minor, Apinagia multibranchiata, Apinagia parvifolia, Apinagia petiolata, Apinagia platystigma, Apinagia pusilla, Apinagia rangiferina, Apinagia richardiana, Apinagia ruppioides, Apinagia spruceana, Apinagia staheliana, Apinagia surumuensis, Apinagia tenuifolia, Apinagia treslingiana, Apinagia versteegiana, Apinagia brejoagrestinensis, Autana andersonii, Castelnavia noveloi, Castelnavia cuneifolia, Castelnavia fimbriata, Castelnavia fluitans, Castelnavia lindmaniana, Castelnavia monandra,

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