Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Genus:
Species:
muaju
ID:
510437

Status:
valid

Authors:
García-Barr. & L.E.Mora

Source:
wcs

Year:
1954

Citation Micro:
Mutisia 22: 7 (1954)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000509769

Common Names

  • Muaju Rapatea
  • Rapatea Muaju
  • Muaju Rapatea

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Description

Rapatea muaju (also called Rapatea muaju, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub with a single trunk, growing up to 5 m in height. It is native to the tropical forests of South America, and is found in the Amazon basin and the Guianas. It prefers moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Rapatea muaju is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rapatea muaju flowers are white and bell-shaped, and the seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and spindly.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rapatea muaju is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil in a sunny location. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize occasionally. Prune to shape as needed.

Where to Find Rapatea muaju

Rapatea muaju is native to the Amazon rainforest in Brazil. It can be found in the Amazonas and Roraima states.

Rapatea muaju FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rapatea muaju?

Rapatea muaju

What is the common name of Rapatea muaju?

Muaju Rapatea

What is the natural habitat of Rapatea muaju?

Grasslands and savannas

Species in the Rapateaceae family

Amphiphyllum rigidum, Cephalostemon affinis, Cephalostemon angustatus, Cephalostemon gracilis, Cephalostemon microglochin, Cephalostemon riedelianus, Duckea cyperaceoidea, Duckea flava, Duckea junciformis, Duckea squarrosa, Epidryos allenii, Epidryos guayanensis, Epidryos micrantherus, Epidryos matheusii, Guacamaya superba, Kunhardtia radiata, Kunhardtia rhodantha, Marahuacaea schomburgkii, Maschalocephalus dinklagei, Monotrema aemulans, Monotrema affine, Monotrema arthrophyllum, Monotrema bracteatum, Monotrema xyridoides, Phelpsiella ptericaulis, Potarophytum riparium, Rapatea angustifolia, Rapatea aracamuniana, Rapatea chimantensis, Rapatea circasiana, Rapatea elongata, Rapatea fanshawei, Rapatea linearis, Rapatea longipes, Rapatea membranacea, Rapatea muaju, Rapatea paludosa, Rapatea pycnocephala, Rapatea rugulosa, Rapatea saulensis, Rapatea scabra, Rapatea spectabilis, Rapatea spruceana, Rapatea steyermarkii, Rapatea ulei, Rapatea undulata, Rapatea xiphoides, Rapatea yapacana, Saxofridericia aculeata, Saxofridericia compressa,

References