Status:
valid
Authors:
Koechlin
Source:
wcs
Year:
1964
Citation Micro:
Fl. Gabon 9: 130 (1964)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000468199
Common Names
- Marantochloa mildbraedii
- Mildbraedii Marantochloa
- Marantochloa Mildbraedii
Synonyms
- Clinogyne mildbraedii Loes. [unknown]
Description
Marantochloa mildbraedii (also called Maranta Mildbraedii, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical Africa. It has a creeping habit and grows up to 1 m in height. It is found in moist forests, grasslands and savannas.
Uses & Benefits
Marantochloa mildbraedii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for erosion control on slopes. It has a number of medicinal uses, including treating skin diseases, fever, and inflammation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Marantochloa mildbraedii has small, white, five-petaled flowers that are clustered in the axils of the leaves. The seeds are small, black and round with a rough surface. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of cotyledons.
Cultivation and Propagation
Marantochloa mildbraedii is a perennial grass that is native to tropical Africa. It can be propagated from seed or by division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in a variety of soils. It is best to fertilize the plant in the spring and summer months. It can be pruned to maintain a desired size and shape.
Where to Find Marantochloa mildbraedii
Marantochloa mildbraedii is native to Southeast Asia.
Marantochloa mildbraedii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Marantochloa mildbraedii?
Marantochloa mildbraedii
What type of plant is Marantochloa mildbraedii?
Grass
What is the growth rate of Marantochloa mildbraedii?
Slow
Species in the Marantochloa genus
Marantochloa comorensis,
Marantochloa congensis,
Marantochloa cordifolia,
Marantochloa cuspidata,
Marantochloa filipes,
Marantochloa incertifolia,
Marantochloa leucantha,
Marantochloa mannii,
Marantochloa microphylla,
Marantochloa mildbraedii,
Marantochloa monophylla,
Marantochloa purpurea,
Marantochloa ramosissima,
Marantochloa sulphurea,
Marantochloa conferta,
Marantochloa alba,
Marantochloa grandiflora,
Marantochloa montsdecristalii,
Species in the Marantaceae family
Afrocalathea rhizantha,
Calathea anderssonii,
Calathea annae,
Calathea anulque,
Calathea argyrophylla,
Calathea arrabidae,
Calathea asplundii,
Calathea bachemiana,
Calathea brenesii,
Calathea caesariata,
Calathea cannoides,
Calathea casupito,
Calathea chimboracensis,
Calathea congesta,
Calathea crotalifera,
Calathea dicephala,
Calathea eburnea,
Calathea erythrolepis,
Calathea fatimae,
Calathea glaziovii,
Calathea grandifolia,
Calathea grazielae,
Calathea guzmanioides,
Calathea hagbergii,
Calathea harlingii,
Calathea inocephala,
Calathea ischnosiphonoides,
Calathea koernickeana,
Calathea lancifolia,
Calathea lanicaulis,
Calathea lasiostachya,
Calathea lateralis,
Calathea latrinotecta,
Calathea littoralis,
Calathea lutea,
Calathea majestica,
Calathea makoyana,
Calathea marantina,
Calathea mediopicta,
Calathea metallica,
Calathea micans,
Calathea nitens,
Calathea orbifolia,
Calathea ornata,
Calathea panamensis,
Calathea pavonina,
Calathea platystachya,
Calathea pluriplicata,
Calathea plurispicata,
Calathea propinqua,