Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
latifolia
ID:
60216

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.Don

Source:
gcc

Year:
1830

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London 16(2): 270 (1830)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000059545

Common Names

  • Mutisia
  • Chilean Bellflower
  • Chilean Bellflower Vine

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Synonyms

  • Mutisia latifolia latifolia [unknown]

Description

Mutisia latifolia (also called Mutisia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the Andes of South America. It has a rounded form and can reach up to 2 m in height. Its leaves are alternate, oblong-lanceolate, and up to 8 cm long. It is found in montane forests and shrublands, usually between 2,000 and 3,000 m above sea level.

Uses & Benefits

Mutisia latifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Mutisia latifolia for. bracteata (J.Rémy) Cabrera

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mutisia latifolia has yellow flowers with purple veins. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mutisia latifolia is a perennial shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and should be planted in a sandy soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a light, sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Mutisia latifolia

Mutisia latifolia can be found in the Andes mountains of South America.

Mutisia latifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mutisia latifolia?

Mutisia latifolia

What is the common name of Mutisia latifolia?

Broad-leaved Mutisia

What is the flowering period of Mutisia latifolia?

August to October

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-16627: Based on the initial data import
David Don (1799-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Don' in the authors string.