Moschopsis subandina - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
subandina
ID:
1290679
Status:
valid
Authors:
Dusén
Source:
tro
Year:
1915
Citation Micro:
Rep. Princeton Univ. Exped. Patagonia, Botany 8(Suppl.): 254 (1915)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001290017
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Moschopsis subandina (also called Subandean 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 subandina 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
Moschopsis subandina has small, white flowers with yellow or purple centres. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Moschopsis subandina 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 subandina
Moschopsis subandina is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Oaxaca and Guerrero.
Moschopsis subandina FAQ
What type of plant is Moschopsis subandina?
Moschopsis subandina is a shrub found in the tropics.
What is the scientific classification of Moschopsis subandina?
Moschopsis subandina is classified as a member of the Campanulaceae family.
Where is Moschopsis subandina found?
Moschopsis subandina is found in tropical regions of Central and South America.
Species in the Moschopsis genus
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-5400060: Based on the initial data import
Per Karl Hjalmar Dusén (1855-1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dusén' in the authors string.