Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Species:
kuhlmannii
ID:
1279848

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Sleumer) M.H.Alford

Source:
tro

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Novon 16: 296 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001279186



Common Names

  • Macrothumia kuhlmannii
  • Kuhlmannii Macrothumia
  • Macrothumia Kuhlmannii


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Uses & Benefits

Macrothumia kuhlmannii is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, malaria, and other diseases. It is also used as a natural dye for fabrics and as a food preservative.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Macrothumia kuhlmannii is small and yellow, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and round, with a blackish-brown color. The seedlings are small and thin, with a single, long, thin stem and a single, small, green leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Macrothumia kuhlmannii is a flowering shrub native to tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America. It is a fast-growing plant that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-draining soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer and planted in a well-draining soil mix.

Where to Find Macrothumia kuhlmannii

Macrothumia kuhlmannii is found in the tropical forests of South America, particularly in Peru.

Macrothumia kuhlmannii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Macrothumia kuhlmannii?

Macrothumia kuhlmannii

What is the common name of Macrothumia kuhlmannii?

Kuhlmann's Macrothumia

What is the natural habitat of Macrothumia kuhlmannii?

Tropical forests

Species in the Macrothumia genus

Species in the Salicaceae family

Abatia angeliana, Abatia americana, Abatia canescens, Abatia glabra, Abatia mexicana, Abatia microphylla, Abatia parviflora, Abatia rugosa, Abatia spicata, Abatia stellata, Azara alpina, Azara celastrina, Azara dentata, Azara integrifolia, Azara intermedia, Azara lanceolata, Azara microphylla, Azara petiolaris, Azara salicifolia, Azara serrata, Azara uruguayensis, Banara acunae, Banara arguta, Banara axilliflora, Banara boliviana, Banara brasiliensis, Banara brittonii, Banara caymanensis, Banara cordifolia, Banara domingensis, Banara excisa, Banara glauca, Banara guianensis, Banara ibaguensis, Banara larensis, Banara leptophylla, Banara minutiflora, Banara nitida, Banara orinocensis, Banara parviflora, Banara portoricensis, Banara quinquenervis, Banara regia, Banara riparia, Banara riscoi, Banara saxicola, Banara selleana, Banara serrata, Banara splendens, Banara tomentosa,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50302712: Based on the initial data import
Hermann Otto Sleumer (1906-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sleumer' in the authors string.
Mac Haverson Alford (b.1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.H.Alford' in the authors string.