Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
maiana
ID:
734046

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Casar.) Noot.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1963

Citation Micro:
Blumea 11: 524 (1963)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000733379



Common Names

  • Quassia maiana
  • Maiana Quassia
  • Maiana


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Description

Quassia maiana (also called Maiana Quassia, among many other common names) is a small tree native to India. It has a dense, rounded crown and grows up to 10 meters tall. Its bark is smooth and gray, and its leaves are alternate, oblong-lanceolate, and bright green. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Quassia maiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Quassia maiana are small and white, with four petals. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and spindly, with small, round leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Quassia maiana is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 3 m tall. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring and cuttings taken in summer.

Where to Find Quassia maiana

Quassia maiana is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America.

Quassia maiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Quassia maiana?

Quassia maiana

What is the common name of Quassia maiana?

Maiana Quassia

What is the natural habitat of Quassia maiana?

It is native to Central America

Species in the Simaroubaceae family

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References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2868438: Based on the initial data import
Giovanni Casaretto (1810-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Casar.' in the authors string.
Hans Peter Nooteboom (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Noot.' in the authors string.