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Malesherbia
''Malesherbia'' is a genus of flowering plants consisting of 25 species in the Passifloraceae. This is a xerophytic group endemic to the Peruvian and Chilean deserts and adjacent Argentina. The genus is currently recognized by the APG III system of classification in the family Passifloraceae, and is the sole member of the subfamily Malesherbioideae. Species Species accepted by the Plants of the World Online Plants of the World Online (POWO) is an online database published by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. It was launched in March 2017 with the ultimate aim being "to enable users to access information on all the world's known seed-bearing plants by ... as of 2022: * '' Malesherbia angustisecta'' * '' Malesherbia ardens'' * '' Malesherbia arequipensis'' * '' Malesherbia auristipulata'' * '' Malesherbia bracteata'' * '' Malesherbia corallina'' * '' Malesherbia densiflora'' * '' Malesherbia deserticola'' * '' Malesherbia fasciculata'' * '' Malesherbia fatimae'' * '' ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Malesherbia Solanoides
''Malesherbia solanoides'' is a subshrub native to the Atacama region of Chile. It was initially described in 1833 by Reise Erde. Varieties There are currently four accepted varieties of ''M. solanoides'', var. ''oblongifolia'' ((Phil.) Bull-Hereñu), var. ''ovata'' ((Phil.) Bull-Hereñu), var. ''rugosa'' ((Gay) Bull-Hereñu), and var. ''solanoides''. Variety ''oblongifolia'' Variety ''oblongifolia'' is found in the Paipote and San Andrés Ravines at altitudes above 1000 m. It has white flowers similar to those of var. ''ovata,'' it differs from var. ''ovata'' in its oblong hairless leaves and locality.Bull-Hereñu, K. 2020. The genus ''Malesherbia'' Ruiz & Pav. (Passifloraceae) in Chile. ''Phytotaxa'' 468 (1): 1-44 Its white flowers differentiate it from var. ''rugosa'' and var. ''solanoides,'' both of white have blue flowers. Var. ''oblongifolia'' has previously been classified as ''Malesherbia oblongifolia'' Phil., ''Malesherbia brevipedunculata'' Werderm., and ''Maleshe ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Malesherbia Lirana
''Malesherbia lirana'' is a perennial herb whose native range is from Argentina and Chile. The species has racemose inflorescences that are 2 - 3.9 cm in size and cream colored petals. It flowers in spring to late summer. Variety There are currently three accepted varieties of ''M. lirana'', var. ''atacamensis'' (Bull-Hereñu)'','' var. ''lirana'', and var. ''subglabrifolia'' (Kuntze)''.'' ''Malesherbia lirana'' var. ''atacamensis'' Variety ''atacamensis'' is native to the slopes of the Andes The Andes, Andes Mountains or Andean Mountains (; ) are the longest continental mountain range in the world, forming a continuous highland along the western edge of South America. The range is long, wide (widest between 18°S – 20°S .... It differs from var. ''lirana'' as it's taller, has oblong shaped leaves, produces multiple flowers per stem, and its flowers have a shorter yellow corona. ''Malesherbia lirana'' var. ''lirana'' Variety ''lirana'' has protruding sta ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Malesherbia Humilis
''Malesherbia humilis'' is a annual herb that grows in the subtropics of northern and central Chile to Argentina. Varieties As of 2022, there are three accepted varieties of ''M. humilis'', var. ''humilis,'' ''var. parviflora,'' var. ''proqinqua.'' Variety ''humilis'' was previously classified as ''Gynopleura dilatata'' (Walp.). It has the largest range of the varieties, ranging from Norther Chile to Argentina. Variety ''parviflora'' (Phil.) Ricardi differs from var. ''humilis'' by its smaller leaves and smaller flowers. It is found in coastal regions and river basins within the Tarapacá, Antofagasta, Atacama, and Coquimbo regions. It was originally classified as a species, ''M. parviflora'', in 1893, but would reclassified as a variety in 1967. Variety ''propinqua'' (Gay) Ricardi is only found in on the interior semidesert hills in the Coquimbo Coquimbo is a port city, commune and capital of the Elqui Province, located on the Pan-American Highway, in the Coquimbo Re ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Malesherbia Auristipulata
''Malesherbia auristipulata'' is a perennial woody shrub in the genus ''Malesherbia'' (Passifloraceae). Locally it is called Ají de Zorra. ''M. auristipulata'' is commonly found in Northern Chili and rarely in Tacna, Peru. In general, the species range is very restricted as a result ''M. auristipulata'' is considered a rare plant. It is likely that there are less than 100 individuals left, classifying the species as critically endangered by the local government. ''M. auristipulata'' synonymous with ''Malesherbia turbinea'' J.F. Macbr; though ''M. auristipulata'' is the accepted name. Morphology ''M. auristipulata'' can grow up to 80 cm tall, it is described as a "woody" plant. Leaves are oblong, older leaves are 35-45 mm long by 8-12 mm wide, while younger leaves are 17-25 mm long by 3-6 mm wide. The flowers of ''M. auristipulata'' are described as having tubes that are wider at the throat than the middle, a narrow corona, and blood red petals. They are raceme and range from ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Malesherbia Paniculata
''Malesherbia paniculata'' is perennial subshrub native to the Atacama, Coquimbo, Valparaíso, Metropolitana, and O'Higgins regions of Chile. It can be found at elevations of up to 2600m to sea level. It was originally described in 1827 by D. Don David Don (21 December 1799 – 15 December 1841) was a Scottish botanist. Biography David Don was born on 21 December 1799 at Doo Hillock, Forfar, Angus, Scotland to Caroline Clementina Stuart, and her husband George Don of Forfar. His olde .... Phenotypically, ''M. paniculata'' is extremely similar to sister species '' M. linearifolia.'' Though they are distinguishable by their leaves. Additionally, they differ in their species range. References {{taxonbar, from=Q12636103 Rosids of Chile Taxa named by David Don paniculata Plants described in 1827 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Malesherbia Arequipensis
''Malesherbia arequipensis'' is a herbaceous member of ''Malesherbia'' (Passifloraceae) with white flowers. It first described in 1961 by botanist Mario H. Ricardi Salinas and is native to Arequipa and Moquegua Moquegua (, founded by the Spanish colonists as Villa de Santa Catalina de Guadalcázar del Valle de Moquegua) is a city in southern Peru, located in the Department of Moquegua, of which it is the capital. It is also capital of Mariscal Nieto Pr .... It is the only member of ''Malesherbia'' that grows outside of the Andes. It grows up to 15 cm tall and has white flowers. As of 2006, the species is considered vulnerable in Arequipa, but is not under protection. ''M. arequipensis'' has been recorded hybridizing with '' M. ardens,'' the offspring show intermediate flower sizes, but have coloration similar to ''M. arequipensis;'' the offspring are likely sterile on the basis of malformed seeds. References {{passifloraceae-stub arequipensis Plants described in ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Malesherbia Lactea
''Malesherbia lactea'' is a perennial geophyte native to the La Rioja and San Juan regions of Argentina and the Antofagasta and Atacama regions of Chile. It has ovate leaves that end in a sharp point. Similar to other members of ''Malesherbia ''Malesherbia'' is a genus of flowering plants consisting of 25 species in the Passifloraceae. This is a xerophytic group endemic to the Peruvian and Chilean deserts and adjacent Argentina. The genus is currently recognized by the APG III system ...'', the flowers are red and white, and tubular in shape. There are two varieties of ''M. lactea,'' var. ''crassicaulis'' (Bull-Hereñu) and var. ''lactea.'' Variety ''crassicaulis'' differs from var. ''lactea'' in its thicker and longer stem. It grows at lower altitudes (2700 m) than var. ''lactea'' (2500 - 4300 m) and is considered more robust. Variety ''crassicaulis'' only grows in Atacama, while var. ''lactea'' grows throughout the native range of ''M. lactea.'' It is hypothesized that var ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Malesherbia Linearifolia
''Malesherbia linearifolia'' (vernacular name Blue Star of Cordillera) is a subshrub native to the Coquimbo, Valparaiso, Metropolitana, and O'Higgins regions of Chile. It was the first member of ''Malesherbia'' to be described, with the original description dating to 1797 by Cavanilles. ''M. linearifolia'' is phenotypically very similar to sister species '' M. paniculata;'' both grow from a rhizome, have cymose An inflorescence is a group or cluster of flowers arranged on a stem that is composed of a main branch or a complicated arrangement of branches. Morphologically, it is the modified part of the shoot of seed plants where flowers are formed on ... inflorescences, and their flowers are range from light blue to deep purple. They differ in their leaves, ''M. paniculata'' has pinnate leaves while ''M. linearifolia'' has narrow leaves. They also differ in range. ''M. linearifolia'' is pollenated by '' Lasia aenea'', ''Centris chilensis,'' and ''Centris cineraria' ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Malesherbia Fasciculata
''Malesherbia fasciculata'' is a subshrub that is native to the subtropics of Northern and Central Chile. The flowers of ''M. fasciculata'' are white with red sepals, dark purple anthers, and are globular in shape. ''M. fasciculata'' was one of the species selected for the 1000 Plant Transcriptome project. Varieties There are two varieties of ''M. fasciculata;'' var. ''fasciculata'' and var. ''glandulosa.'' ''M. fasciculata'' var. ''fasciculata'' (D.don) is found in Coquimbo, Valparaíso, Metropolitana and Del General Libertador Bernardo O'Higgins in a variety of biomes. ''M. fasciculata'' var. ''glandulosa'' (Ricardi) is much more localized, having only been identified at the Hurtado river's basin within the Coquimbo region. The varieties differ from each other by the number of flowers formed on each stem, var. ''fasciculata'' will have 3-7 flowers whereas var. ''glandulosa'' has a single flower per stem. Additionally, var. ''glandulosa'' has matted hairs and glandular hair ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Malesherbia Splendens
''Malesherbia splendens'' is a subshrub native to the Lurín river basin of the Andean region of Peru , image_flag = Flag of Peru.svg , image_coat = Escudo nacional del Perú.svg , other_symbol = Great Seal of the State , other_symbol_type = Seal (emblem), National seal , national_motto = "Fi .... It is found at altitudes of 2100-3000m. It can grow up to 1 meter tall and has yellow/green flowers. It has low genetic diversity, potentially due to its small species range. It is currently classified as endangered due to low genetic diversity and diminishing species boundary due to the expansion of goat farming. References {{Taxonbar, from=Q15606974 Flora of Peru Plants described in 1965 splendens ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Malesherbia Fatimae
''Malesherbia fatimae'' is a shrub native to Chuquibamba, Peru. It phenotypically differs greatly from other Peruvian members of Malesherbia in terms of leaves and branch formation and density. It flowers all year long and has dense racemes red flowers. It is capable of producing hybrids with '' Malesherbia tenuifolia;'' this was the first interspecies cross identified in ''Malesherbia ''Malesherbia'' is a genus of flowering plants consisting of 25 species in the Passifloraceae. This is a xerophytic group endemic to the Peruvian and Chilean deserts and adjacent Argentina. The genus is currently recognized by the APG III system ....'' References {{Taxonbar, from=Q42747386 fatimae ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Malesherbia Ardens
''Malesherbia ardens'', a member of ''Malesherbia'' (Passifloraceae), is a shrub with red flowers, native to the arid deserts of Southern Peru, though it can be found in the northern regions of the country. It is colloquially called Lampaya. The oldest known record of ''M. ardens'' dates 1927 in the 4th volume of the Field Columbian Museums' Botanical series. James Francis Macbride James Francis Macbride (19 May 1892 16 June 1976) was an American botanist who devoted most of his professional life to the study of the flora of Peru. Early life and education Born on 19 May 1892 in Rock Valley, Iowa, Macbride graduated from th ... is accredited with its discovery. ''M. ardens'' has a green woody stem and red tubular flowers. It is used traditionally to treat colds, coughs, bronchitis, and asthma. The dried plant is boiled with Contilo, Arabisca and Huamanripa and drank three times a day. As of 2007, ''M. ardens'' is classified as endangered. References {{Taxonbar, from=Q156 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |