Status:
valid
Authors:
(Radlk.) R.L.G.Coelho, V.C.Souza & Ferrucci
Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)
Year:
2014
Citation Micro:
Rodriguésia 65: 712 (2014)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001318288
Common Names
- Matayba livescens
- Livescens Matayba
- Matayba Livescens
Description
Matayba livescens (also called Livescens Matayba, among many other common names) is a small tree that grows up to 8 m tall. It is native to Brazil, and is found in humid forests. It has a grey-brown bark and its leaves are alternate, oblong-elliptic, and have a leathery texture.
Uses & Benefits
Matayba livescens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Matayba livescens has yellow flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped leaf with a pointed tip.
Cultivation and Propagation
Matayba livescens can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature plants and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Both should be kept in a warm, humid environment with plenty of light.
Where to Find Matayba livescens
Matayba livescens can be found in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil.
Matayba livescens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Matayba livescens?
Matayba livescens
What is the common name of Matayba livescens?
Matayba livescens
What is the family of Matayba livescens?
Sapindaceae
Species in the Matayba genus
Matayba spruceana,
Matayba scrobiculata,
Matayba robusta,
Matayba ptariana,
Matayba peruviana,
Matayba pallens,
Matayba oppositifolia,
Matayba opaca,
Matayba yutajensis,
Matayba floribunda,
Matayba elegans,
Matayba elaeagnoides,
Matayba clavelligera,
Matayba guianensis,
Matayba camptoneura,
Matayba atropurpurea,
Matayba arborescens,
Matayba apetala,
Matayba adenanthera,
Matayba leucodictya,
Matayba mexicana,
Matayba glaberrima,
Matayba kennedyi,
Matayba kavanayena,
Matayba intermedia,
Matayba ingifolia,
Matayba inelegans,
Matayba longipes,
Matayba ayangannensis,
Matayba discolor,
Matayba grandis,
Matayba heterophylla,
Matayba paucijuga,
Matayba punctata,
Matayba stenodictya,
Matayba sylvatica,
Matayba talisioides,
Matayba domingensis,
Matayba kennedyae,
Matayba purgans,
Matayba macrocarpa,
Matayba verapazensis,
Matayba boliviana,
Matayba marginata,
Matayba juglandifolia,
Matayba cristae,
Matayba mollis,
Matayba obovata,
Matayba livescens,
Species in the Sapindaceae family