Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
maleolens
ID:
326937

Status:
valid

Authors:
Urb.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1916

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 14: 343 (1916)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000326269



Common Names

  • Tobagoa maleolens
  • Maleolens Tobagoa
  • Maleolens Tobagoa


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Synonyms

  • Diodia ottonis K.Schum. ex Pittier [valid]

Description

Tobagoa maleolens (also called 'Tocoyena maleolens', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree up to 8 m tall, with a trunk up to 25 cm in diameter. It is native to the Caribbean and Central and South America, and is found in dry forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Tobagoa maleolens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used to make a herbal tea which is believed to have anti-inflammatory properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tobagoa maleolens has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tobagoa maleolens can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. The plant should be grown in a sunny location with regular watering.

Where to Find Tobagoa maleolens

Tobagoa maleolens can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Tobagoa maleolens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tobagoa maleolens?

Tobagoa maleolens

What is the common name of Tobagoa maleolens?

Maleolent tobagoa

Where is Tobagoa maleolens found?

Tobagoa maleolens is found in South America.

Species in the Tobagoa genus

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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