Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
schwackeana
ID:
1261064

Status:
valid

Authors:
Warm.

Source:
tro

Year:
1899

Citation Micro:
Kongel. Danske Vidensk. Selsk. Skr., Naturvidensk. Math. Afh. , ser. 6, 9: 117 (1899)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001260402



Common Names

  • Mourera schwackeana
  • Schwacke's Mourera
  • Schwacke's Mourera


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Description

Mourera schwackeana (also called Schwacke's mourera, among many other common names) is a small aquatic plant found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia. It is a perennial plant with short stems and leaves that are usually 1–2 cm long. The leaves are thin and fleshy, and the flowers are white or pink. It is found in slow-moving streams and rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Mourera schwackeana 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

Mourera schwackeana has small, yellow flowers with four petals. The flowers are followed by small, brown, four-sided seeds. The seedlings have thin, upright stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mourera schwackeana 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 Mourera schwackeana

Mourera schwackeana can be found in Brazil, Bolivia, and Paraguay.

Mourera schwackeana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mourera schwackeana?

Mourera schwackeana

What type of plant is Mourera schwackeana?

Mourera schwackeana is a shrub

Where is Mourera schwackeana native to?

Mourera schwackeana is native to Brazil

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,