Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mansoana
ID:
1250386

Status:
valid

Authors:
Eichler

Source:
tro

Year:
1871

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 13(1): 490 (1871)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001249724



Common Names

  • Ryania Mansoana
  • Ryania Mansoanum
  • Ryania Mansoan


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Description

Ryania mansoana (also called Mansoa ryania, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with leathery, dark green leaves and small, white flowers. It is native to Central and South America and grows in moist, shady forests.

Uses & Benefits

Ryania mansoana is an ornamental plant used in gardens and as a ground cover. It can also be used to provide shade.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Ryania mansoana are small, white and fragrant. They have four petals and are arranged in a raceme. The seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ryania mansoana is an evergreen shrub that grows in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated from cuttings taken in the summer or from seed. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, the plant requires minimal care and is drought tolerant.

Where to Find Ryania mansoana

Ryania mansoana is native to Central and South America.

Ryania mansoana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ryania mansoana?

Ryania mansoana

What is the common name of Ryania mansoana?

Mansoana Ryania

What is the natural habitat of Ryania mansoana?

Tropical and subtropical forests

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,

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