Status:
valid
Authors:
H.Rob. & R.M.King
Source:
gcc
Year:
1979
Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 9: 10, fig (1979)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000011729
Common Names
- Mattfeldanthus mutisioides
- Mutis' Mattfeldanthus
- Mutis' Daisy
Description
Mattfeldanthus mutisioides (also called 'Tepozán', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mexico. It has a woody stem and its leaves are alternate, lanceolate and entire. It grows in tropical deciduous forests and in areas of high altitude.
Uses & Benefits
Mattfeldanthus mutisioides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Mattfeldanthus mutisioides is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is an oblong, dark brown seed with a pointed tip. The seedlings are thin and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Mattfeldanthus mutisioides is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to South Africa. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, cuttings, or division. Seeds should be sown in spring and cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall.
Where to Find Mattfeldanthus mutisioides
Mattfeldanthus mutisioides can be found in wet, open areas in the Andes Mountains of South America.
Mattfeldanthus mutisioides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Mattfeldanthus mutisioides?
Mattfeldanthus mutisioides
What is the common name of Mattfeldanthus mutisioides?
Mutisioides Mattfeldanthus
What is the optimal growing environment for Mattfeldanthus mutisioides?
Full sun to partial shade, in moist, well-drained soil
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Abrotanella muscosa,
Abrotanella inconspicua,
Abrotanella trichoachaenia,
Abrotanella caespitosa,
Abrotanella nivigena,
Abrotanella pusilla,
Abrotanella linearifolia,
Abrotanella papuana,
Abrotanella rosulata,
Abrotanella emarginata,
Abrotanella fertilis,
Abrotanella spathulata,
Abrotanella purpurea,
Abrotanella patearoa,
Abrotanella submarginata,
Abrotanella diemii,
Abrotanella scapigera,
Abrotanella forsterioides,
Acamptopappus shockleyi,
Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus,
Acanthocephalus benthamianus,
Acanthocephalus amplexifolius,
Acanthocladium dockeri,
Acanthodesmos distichus,
Acanthodesmos gibarensis,
Acanthospermum humile,
Acanthospermum consobrinum,
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Acanthospermum microcarpum,
Acanthospermum hispidum,
Acanthospermum australe,
Acanthospermum lecocarpoides,
Acanthostyles buniifolius,
Acanthostyles saucechicoensis,
Achillea buiana,
Achillea conrathii,
Achillea cucullata,
Achillea styriaca,
Achillea clavennae,
Achillea cappadocica,
Achillea huber-morathii,
Achillea ptarmicoides,
Achillea sieheana,
Achillea barrelieri,