Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Species:
rosulata
ID:
1290678

Status:
valid

Authors:
(N.E.Br.) Dusén

Source:
tro

Year:
1919

Citation Micro:
Estud. Bot. Presentados Primera Reunion Nac. Soc. Nat. Tucuman 239. 1919

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001290016


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Description

Moschopsis rosulata (also called Rosulate Moschopsis, among many other common names) is an herb species in the Campanulaceae family. It is native to South America, and is found in tropical climates in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. It grows in wet meadows, marshes, and wetland edges.

Uses & Benefits

Moschopsis rosulata is a low-growing, spreading plant that is often used as a ground cover. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. It is also a popular choice for rock gardens and containers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Moschopsis rosulata is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin and have a single, long stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Moschopsis rosulata can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil and kept moist. Division can be done in spring or autumn. Plants should be spaced 30 cm apart.

Where to Find Moschopsis rosulata

Moschopsis rosulata is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Oaxaca and Guerrero.

Moschopsis rosulata FAQ

What type of plant is Moschopsis rosulata?

Moschopsis rosulata is a shrub found in the tropics.

What is the scientific classification of Moschopsis rosulata?

Moschopsis rosulata is classified as a member of the Campanulaceae family.

Where is Moschopsis rosulata found?

Moschopsis rosulata is found in tropical regions of Central and South America.

Species in the Calyceraceae family

Acicarpha bonariensis, Acicarpha obtusisepala, Acicarpha procumbens, Acicarpha runcinata, Acicarpha tribuloides, Boopis andicola, Boopis anthemoides, Boopis australis, Boopis breviscapa, Boopis bupleuroides, Boopis castillonii, Boopis chubutensis, Boopis filifolia, Boopis gracilis, Boopis graminea, Boopis itatiaiae, Boopis juergensii, Boopis multicaulis, Boopis patagonica, Boopis pusilla, Boopis raffaellii, Boopis pterocalyx, Boopis necronensis, Calycera balsamitifolia, Calycera boopidea, Calycera calcitrapa, Calycera crassifolia, Calycera eryngioides, Calycera herbacea, Calycera horrida, Calycera lanata, Calycera leucanthema, Calycera pulvinata, Calycera sessiliflora, Calycera sympaganthera, Calycera eryngioides, Calycera leucanthema, Gamocarpha alpina, Gamocarpha angustifolia, Gamocarpha dentata, Gamocarpha gilliesii, Gamocarpha ligulata, Gamocarpha polycephala, Gamocarpha selliana, Moschopsis caleopuensis, Moschopsis leyboldi, Moschopsis monocephala, Moschopsis rosulata, Moschopsis subandina, Moschopsis trilobata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-5400059: Based on the initial data import
Nicholas Edward Brown (1849-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.E.Br.' in the authors string.
Per Karl Hjalmar Dusén (1855-1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dusén' in the authors string.