Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Species:
mannii
ID:
502810

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wedd.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1869

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 16(1): 98 (1869)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000502142



Common Names

  • Scepocarpus mannii
  • Mann's Scepocarpus
  • Mann's Scepocarp


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Synonyms

  • Urera mannii (Wedd.) Benth. & Hook.f. ex Rendle [valid]
  • Urera mannii paucinervis Rendle [unknown]

Description

Scepocarpus mannii (also called 'Mann's Scepocarpus' or 'Mann's Bush', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is an evergreen shrub with small, white flowers and glossy, dark green leaves. It is native to tropical regions of Central and South America, and is often found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Scepocarpus mannii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Scepocarpus mannii are white, with a yellow center, and have five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Scepocarpus mannii is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Scepocarpus mannii

Scepocarpus mannii is native to Mexico and Central America.

Scepocarpus mannii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Scepocarpus mannii?

Scepocarpus mannii

What type of plant is Scepocarpus mannii?

It is a perennial herbaceous plant.

What is the common name of Scepocarpus mannii?

Mann's Carpetweed

Species in the Urticaceae family

Archiboehmeria atrata, Astrothalamus reticulatus, Australina flaccida, Australina pusilla, Australina pusilla, Boehmeria aspera, Boehmeria balslevii, Boehmeria beyeri, Boehmeria brevirostris, Boehmeria bullata, Boehmeria burgeriana, Boehmeria caudata, Boehmeria celtidifolia, Boehmeria clidemioides, Boehmeria conica, Boehmeria cylindrica, Boehmeria densiflora, Boehmeria depauperata, Boehmeria didymogyne, Boehmeria dura, Boehmeria egregia, Boehmeria excelsa, Boehmeria grandis, Boehmeria hamiltoniana, Boehmeria helferi, Boehmeria heterophylla, Boehmeria holosericea, Boehmeria japonica, Boehmeria kiusiana, Boehmeria kurzii, Boehmeria lanceolata, Boehmeria martii, Boehmeria multiflora, Boehmeria nakashimae, Boehmeria nivea, Boehmeria ourantha, Boehmeria pavonii, Boehmeria penduliflora, Boehmeria pilosiuscula, Boehmeria platanifolia, Boehmeria polystachya, Boehmeria radiata, Boehmeria ramiflora, Boehmeria repens, Boehmeria rugosissima, Boehmeria siamensis, Boehmeria sieboldiana, Boehmeria spicigera, Boehmeria splitgerbera, Boehmeria ternifolia,

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