Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
mitophora
ID:
1276039

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Griseb.) Goyder

Source:
tro

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 59: 442 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001275377

Common Names

  • Philibertia mitophora
  • Mitophorous Philibertia
  • Philibertia

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Description

Philibertia mitophora (also called Mitophora Philibertia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with white flowers and small, oval-shaped leaves. It is native to the Andes Mountains in South America and grows in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Philibertia mitophora is used for medicinal purposes, such as treating fever, coughs, and colds. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Small, white, star-shaped flowers with 4 petals. Seed: Small, black, round seeds. Seedlings: Thin, long leaves with yellowish-green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Philibertia mitophora is an evergreen shrub that grows in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained, moist soil and can tolerate drought. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Philibertia mitophora

Philibertia mitophora can be found in Bolivia, Brazil, and Peru.

Philibertia mitophora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Philibertia mitophora?

Philibertia mitophora

What is the natural habitat of Philibertia mitophora?

It is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America.

What are the common names of Philibertia mitophora?

It is commonly known as the mitophorous philibertia.

Species in the Philibertia genus

Philibertia alba, Philibertia urceolata, Philibertia zongoensis, Philibertia solanoides, Philibertia gilliesii, Philibertia campanulata, Philibertia picta, Philibertia stipitata, Philibertia lysimachioides, Philibertia fiebrigii, Philibertia globiflora, Philibertia fontellae, Philibertia boliviana, Philibertia velutina, Philibertia parviflora, Philibertia candolleana, Philibertia peruviana, Philibertia bicornuta, Philibertia discolor, Philibertia volcanensis, Philibertia micrantha, Philibertia tubata, Philibertia cionophora, Philibertia amblystigma, Philibertia multiflora, Philibertia tactila, Philibertia speciosa, Philibertia latiflora, Philibertia longistyla, Philibertia boliviensis, Philibertia mitophora, Philibertia tucumanensis, Philibertia tomentosa, Philibertia affinis, Philibertia subnivea, Philibertia suberecta, Philibertia religiosa, Philibertia barbata, Philibertia nivea, Philibertia coalita, Philibertia castillonii,

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50278656: Based on the initial data import
August Grisebach (1814-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griseb.' in the authors string.
David John Goyder (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Goyder' in the authors string.