Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
gardneri
ID:
1306087

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Baker) G.Sancho

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 147(1): 31 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001318541

Common Names

  • Moquiniastrum gardneri
  • Gardner's Moquiniastrum
  • Gardneri Moquiniastrum

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Description

Moquiniastrum gardneri (also called Gardneri Moquiniastrum, among many other common names) is a small, herbaceous, perennial plant native to tropical regions of South America. It is found in humid, shady forests, often near streams and waterfalls.

Uses & Benefits

Moquiniastrum gardneri is used as an ornamental plant, for its attractive foliage. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, such as fever, malaria, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Moquiniastrum gardneri has small, white flowers with yellow throats. The seeds are small, black and oblong, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Moquiniastrum gardneri is a small, evergreen, perennial herb that is native to the Atlantic Forest biome of Brazil. It is best grown in a moist, well-drained soil in a partially shaded position. Propagation is by division or by seed.

Where to Find Moquiniastrum gardneri

Moquiniastrum gardneri is found in the Atlantic rainforest of Brazil.

Moquiniastrum gardneri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Moquiniastrum gardneri?

Moquiniastrum gardneri

What is the common name of Moquiniastrum gardneri?

Gardneri

Where does Moquiniastrum gardneri grow?

It is native to Brazil

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, 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, Acanthospermum glabratum, 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,

References

John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
Gisela Sancho: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Sancho' in the authors string.