Status:
valid
Authors:
(Bernardi) Lowry, G.M.Plunkett, Gostel & Frodin
Source:
Catalogue of the Plants of Madagascar (Tropicos)
Year:
2017
Citation Micro:
Candollea 72: 279 (2017)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001315499
Common Names
- Neocussonia moratii
- Morat's Neocussonia
- Morat Neocussonia
Description
Neocussonia moratii (also called Morat's neocussonia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rosaceae family. It is native to Chile and grows in moist forests. It has a shrub-like habit and produces white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Neocussonia moratii is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Neocussonia moratii has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have large, heart-shaped leaves that are dark green in color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Neocussonia moratii is a shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or seeds. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized once a year.
Where to Find Neocussonia moratii
Neocussonia moratii can be found in the highlands of Madagascar.
Neocussonia moratii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Neocussonia moratii?
Neocussonia moratii
What is the family of Neocussonia moratii?
Asteraceae
Where is Neocussonia moratii found?
Central and South America
Species in the Neocussonia genus
Neocussonia bojeri,
Neocussonia umbellifera,
Neocussonia bracteolifera,
Neocussonia capuroniana,
Neocussonia favargeri,
Neocussonia fosbergiana,
Neocussonia frodiniana,
Neocussonia halleana,
Neocussonia longipedicellata,
Neocussonia moratii,
Neocussonia rainaliana,
Neocussonia staufferiana,
Neocussonia vantsilana,
Neocussonia weibeliana,
Neocussonia lukwangulensis,
Neocussonia litoralis,
Species in the Araliaceae family
Anakasia simplicifolia,
Aralia apioides,
Aralia armata,
Aralia atropurpurea,
Aralia bicrenata,
Aralia bipinnata,
Aralia cachemirica,
Aralia caesia,
Aralia californica,
Aralia castanopsisicola,
Aralia chinensis,
Aralia continentalis,
Aralia cordata,
Aralia dasyphylla,
Aralia dasyphylloides,
Aralia debilis,
Aralia decaisneana,
Aralia delavayi,
Aralia echinocaulis,
Aralia elata,
Aralia excelsa,
Aralia fargesii,
Aralia ferox,
Aralia finlaysoniana,
Aralia foliolosa,
Aralia frodiniana,
Aralia gigantea,
Aralia gintungensis,
Aralia glabra,
Aralia glabrifoliolata,
Aralia henryi,
Aralia hispida,
Aralia humilis,
Aralia kansuensis,
Aralia kingdon-wardii,
Aralia leschenaultii,
Aralia malabarica,
Aralia melanocarpa,
Aralia merrillii,
Aralia mexicana,
Aralia montana,
Aralia nudicaulis,
Aralia parasitica,
Aralia plumosa,
Aralia racemosa,
Aralia regeliana,
Aralia rex,
Aralia scaberula,
Aralia scopulorum,
Aralia searelliana,