Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pedunculata
ID:
235914

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.Schum.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1889

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 6(6): 173 (1889)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000235245



Common Names

  • Manettia Pedunculata
  • Long-stalked Manettia
  • Long-stalked Flame Vine


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Synonyms

  • Lygistum ciliatum Kuntze [valid]
  • Manettia ciliata Cham. & Schltdl. [valid]
  • Manettia pedunculata ciliata (Cham. & Schltdl.) I.C.Chung [valid]
  • Manettia pedunculata glabra Wernham [valid]
  • Manettia pseudodiodia Cham. & Schltdl. [valid]
  • Lygistum pedunculatum Kuntze [valid]
  • Diodia pedunculata Spreng. [valid]

Description

Manettia pedunculata (also called Pedunculate Manettia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is a woody, perennial vine that is native to Central and South America. It typically grows in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Manettia pedunculata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Manettia pedunculata is a small, tubular, white bloom with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, round seed. The seedling is a small, green plant with a single stem and two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Manettia pedunculata can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-draining soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-draining soil mix. Both methods require bright, indirect light and regular watering.

Where to Find Manettia pedunculata

Manettia pedunculata can be found in the tropical and subtropical forests of Central and South America.

Manettia pedunculata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Manettia pedunculata?

Manettia pedunculata

What type of plant is Manettia pedunculata?

Tropical shrub

Where does Manettia pedunculata grow?

Tropical regions of Central and South America

Species in the Manettia genus

Manettia acutifolia, Manettia alba, Manettia albert-smithii, Manettia angamarcensis, Manettia arboricola, Manettia asclepiadacea, Manettia asperifolia, Manettia auratifolia, Manettia badilloi, Manettia bangii, Manettia barbata, Manettia bernardii, Manettia beyrichiana, Manettia breteleri, Manettia caliana, Manettia calycosa, Manettia campanulacea, Manettia canescens, Manettia cephalophora, Manettia chrysoderma, Manettia cinchonarum, Manettia coccinea, Manettia coccocypseloides, Manettia coerulea, Manettia congesta, Manettia cordifolia, Manettia corticifera, Manettia cryptantha, Manettia discolor, Manettia divaricata, Manettia domingensis, Manettia dominicensis, Manettia dubia, Manettia echitidea, Manettia evenia, Manettia fiebrigii, Manettia fimbriata, Manettia flexilis, Manettia glandulosa, Manettia glazioviana, Manettia glaziovii, Manettia gracilis, Manettia herthae, Manettia hirtella, Manettia hispida, Manettia holwayi, Manettia honigii, Manettia hotteana, Manettia irwinii, Manettia jorgensenii,

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

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