Status:
valid
Authors:
(Capuron) F.White
Source:
wcs
Year:
1979
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 31: 482 (1979)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000816538
Common Names
- Magnistipula cerebriformis
- Brain-like Magnistipula
- Cerebriform Magnistipula
Description
Magnistipula cerebriformis (also called Cerebriform Magnistipula, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Marantaceae. It is a herbaceous perennial with a creeping rhizome and a short stem. It is native to tropical Africa, where it is found in moist forests and savannas. It is also found in tropical Asia, where it is found in moist forests and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Magnistipula cerebriformis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Magnistipula cerebriformis is a small, yellow-greenish flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have five petals.
Cultivation and Propagation
Magnistipula cerebriformis is a tropical plant that prefers moist, well-drained soil in a sunny location. Propagation is best done by division in spring or early summer. It can also be propagated from cuttings taken in late spring or early summer.
Where to Find Magnistipula cerebriformis
Magnistipula cerebriformis is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Magnistipula cerebriformis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Magnistipula cerebriformis?
Magnistipula cerebriformis
What is the common name of Magnistipula cerebriformis?
Brain-like Magnistipula
Where is Magnistipula cerebriformis native to?
West Africa
Species in the Magnistipula genus
Magnistipula glaberrima,
Magnistipula sapinii,
Magnistipula zenkeri,
Magnistipula cuneatifolia,
Magnistipula cupheiflora,
Magnistipula tessmannii,
Magnistipula tamenaka,
Magnistipula cerebriformis,
Magnistipula devriesii,
Magnistipula bimarsupiata,
Magnistipula conrauana,
Magnistipula butayei,
Magnistipula multinervia,
Species in the Chrysobalanaceae family
Acioa edulis,
Acioa guianensis,
Acioa schultesii,
Acioa somnolens,
Acioa longipendula,
Acioa dolichopoda,
Afrolicania elaeosperma,
Angelesia splendens,
Angelesia fusicarpa,
Angelesia palawanensis,
Atuna cordata,
Atuna elliptica,
Atuna excelsa,
Atuna indica,
Atuna latifrons,
Atuna nannodes,
Atuna penangiana,
Atuna travancorica,
Bafodeya benna,
Chrysobalanus cuspidatus,
Chrysobalanus icaco,
Chrysobalanus prancei,
Couepia belemii,
Couepia bernardii,
Couepia bondarii,
Couepia bracteosa,
Couepia canomensis,
Couepia carautae,
Couepia caryophylloides,
Couepia cataractae,
Couepia chrysocalyx,
Couepia cidiana,
Couepia coarctata,
Couepia comosa,
Couepia eriantha,
Couepia excelsa,
Couepia exflexa,
Couepia froesii,
Couepia glabra,
Couepia grandiflora,
Couepia guianensis,
Couepia habrantha,
Couepia hondurasensis,
Couepia impressa,
Couepia insignis,
Couepia joaquinae,
Couepia krukovii,
Couepia latifolia,
Couepia leitaofilhoi,
Couepia longipetiolata,