Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
mennyae
ID:
234155

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vink

Source:
wcs

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Blumea 40: 104 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000233486



Common Names

  • Mennyae Magodendron
  • Menny Magodendron
  • Menny Magodendron


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Description

Magodendron mennyae (also called Menny's Magodendron, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Colombia. It has large, fragrant, white flowers and grows in moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. It is found in forests, woodlands, and along streams and rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Magodendron mennyae is a popular ornamental plant, grown for its attractive foliage and colorful flowers. It is also used in landscaping and as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Magodendron mennyae has a yellow flower with a long spadix and a white spathe. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Magodendron mennyae is an evergreen shrub that can grow up to 6 feet tall. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring and cuttings should be taken in late summer.

Where to Find Magodendron mennyae

Magodendron mennyae is native to Venezuela and can be found in wet forests and cloud forests.

Magodendron mennyae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Magodendron mennyae?

Magodendron mennyae

What are the common names of Magodendron mennyae?

Menny's Magodendron

What is the natural habitat of Magodendron mennyae?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

Species in the Magodendron genus

Species in the Sapotaceae family

Afrosersalisia rwandensis, Amorphospermum antilogum, Argania spinosa, Aubregrinia taiensis, Aulandra beccarii, Aulandra cauliflora, Aulandra longifolia, Autranella congolensis, Baillonella toxisperma, Beccariella balansana, Beccariella crebrifolia, Beccariella lasiantha, Beccariella novocaledonica, Beccariella xerocarpa, Beccariella brownlessiana, Boerlagella spectabilis, Breviea sericea, Burckella banikiensis, Burckella erythrophylla, Burckella fijiensis, Burckella hillii, Burckella macropoda, Burckella magusum, Burckella obovata, Burckella parvifolia, Burckella polymera, Burckella poolei, Burckella richii, Burckella sorei, Burckella thurstonii, Capurodendron androyense, Capurodendron ankaranense, Capurodendron antongiliense, Capurodendron apollonioides, Capurodendron bakeri, Capurodendron costatum, Capurodendron delphinense, Capurodendron gracilifolium, Capurodendron greveanum, Capurodendron ludiifolium, Capurodendron madagascariense, Capurodendron mandrarense, Capurodendron microphyllum, Capurodendron nodosum, Capurodendron perrieri, Capurodendron pervillei, Capurodendron pseudoterminalia, Capurodendron rubrocostatum, Capurodendron rufescens, Capurodendron sakalavum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-117911: Based on the initial data import
Willem Vink (b.1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vink' in the authors string.