Mutisia castellanosii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
castellanosii
ID:
85863
Status:
valid
Authors:
Cabrera
Source:
gcc
Year:
1931
Citation Micro:
Notas Prelim. Mus. La Plata 1: 329 fig. 4. 1931
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000085192
Common Names
- Castellanos' Mutisia
- Castellanos Mutisia
- Castellanos' Daisy
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Mutisia retrorsa castellanosii (Cabrera) Cabrera [unknown]
- Mutisia retrorsa hieronymi Kuntze [unknown]
- Mutisia castellanosii castellanosii [unknown]
Description
Mutisia castellanosii (also called Castellanos' Mutisia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with large, white flowers. It is native to Mexico and Central America, and is found in dry, open woodlands and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Mutisia castellanosii is an attractive ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and parks. It has a long flowering period and is attractive to bees and butterflies. It is also used medicinally as an anti-inflammatory and antiseptic.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Mutisia castellanosii has white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with serrated edges.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Mutisia castellanosii is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in early summer and planted in a sandy soil mix. Seeds should be sown in spring and kept moist until germination. Water regularly and fertilize in spring and summer.
Where to Find Mutisia castellanosii
Mutisia castellanosii is native to Mexico and can be found in the wild in the states of Chiapas and Oaxaca.
Mutisia castellanosii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Mutisia castellanosii?
Mutisia castellanosii
What type of plant is Mutisia castellanosii?
It is a shrub.
Where is Mutisia castellanosii found?
It is found in Mexico.
Species in the Mutisia genus
Mutisia subspinosa, Mutisia araucana, Mutisia cochabambensis, Mutisia speciosa, Mutisia splendens, Mutisia linearifolia, Mutisia comptoniaefolia, Mutisia arequipensis, Mutisia kurtzii, Mutisia grandiflora, Mutisia hamata, Mutisia acuminata, Mutisia mandoniana, Mutisia mathewsii, Mutisia orbignyana, Mutisia tridens, Mutisia rimbachii, Mutisia vicia, Mutisia macrophylla, Mutisia intermedia, Mutisia retrorsa, Mutisia stuebelii, Mutisia decurrens, Mutisia sodiroi, Mutisia ledifolia, Mutisia glabrata, Mutisia homoeantha, Mutisia friesiana, Mutisia ilicifolia, Mutisia microneura, Mutisia rosea, Mutisia sinuata, Mutisia venusta, Mutisia oligodon, Mutisia brachyantha, Mutisia comptoniifolia, Mutisia vicia, Mutisia microcephala, Mutisia microphylla, Mutisia wurdackii, Mutisia linifolia, Mutisia cana, Mutisia latifolia, Mutisia lutzii, Mutisia clematis, Mutisia ilicifolia, Mutisia magnifica, Mutisia acerosa, Mutisia spectabilis, Mutisia campanulata,
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
The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-41607: Based on the initial data import
Ángel Lulio Cabrera (1908-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cabrera' in the authors string.