Matourea azurea
Amazon Blue
Also known as: Achetaria azurea (Linden) V.C.Souza +5 more
- Achetaria azurea (Linden) V.C.Souza
- Otacanthus azureus (Linden) Ronse
- Otacanthus caeruleus Lindl.
- Stemodia azurea Linden
- Tetraplacus taubertii Mez
- Tetraplacus taubertii Mez ex Taub.
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Plantaginaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a subshrub.
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Matourea azurea (commonly known as Amazon blue) is a shrub within the Plantaginaceae family. It naturally occurs in South America. Within its native range, this species is most commonly linked to wet tropical conditions.
Macro Climate
Tropical
Plant Type
Shrub
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
SOUTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Brazil
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Brazil Southeast
Introduced Range
Plants flagged as 'Introduced' have been transported outside their native historical range by human activity. While many are common ornamentals, some may become naturalized or invasive in local environments. Local ecological guidelines require verification prior to planting.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
Hawaii, Mauritius, Réunion