Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
pilosum
ID:
472200

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kimp.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Fragm. Florist. Geobot. 39: 155 (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000471532

Common Names

  • Mesanthemum pilosum
  • Hairy False Forget-me-not
  • Hairy Forget-me-not

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Description

Mesanthemum pilosum (also called 'Pilose Mesanthemum', among many other common names) is a species of shrub in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to tropical regions of Africa and grows in moist, shady forests.

Uses & Benefits

Mesanthemum pilosum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an ingredient in traditional medicines.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mesanthemum pilosum has small white flowers with yellow centers and four petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mesanthemum pilosum is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the temperate regions of Europe and Asia. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done through division of the rootstock in the spring or by seed. Seeds should be sown in the fall or early spring in a cold frame. Once established, the plant is drought tolerant and will require little maintenance.

Where to Find Mesanthemum pilosum

Mesanthemum pilosum is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Mesanthemum pilosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mesanthemum pilosum?

Mesanthemum pilosum

What is the common name of Mesanthemum pilosum?

Pilose lousewort

What is the natural habitat of Mesanthemum pilosum?

Mountain meadows, open woods, and alpine tundra

Species in the Eriocaulaceae family

Comanthera kegeliana, Comanthera harleyi, Comanthera euschemus, Comanthera elegantula, Comanthera elegans, Comanthera dealbata, Comanthera curralensis, Comanthera brasiliana, Comanthera bisulcata, Comanthera bahiensis, Comanthera aurifibrata, Comanthera aciphylla, Comanthera hatschbachii, Comanthera xeranthemoides, Comanthera caespitosa, Comanthera centauroides, Comanthera reflexa, Comanthera jenmanii, Comanthera floccosa, Comanthera circinnata, Comanthera cipoensis, Comanthera giuliettiae, Comanthera suberosa, Comanthera ruprechtiana, Comanthera paepalophylla, Comanthera nivea, Comanthera nitida, Comanthera magnifica, Comanthera imbricata, Comanthera mucugensis, Comanthera lanosa, Comanthera retroflexa, Comanthera pignalii, Comanthera brunnea, Comanthera dimera, Comanthera angustifolia, Comanthera tricostata, Comanthera borbae, Eriocaulon abyssinicum, Eriocaulon achiton, Eriocaulon acutibracteatum, Eriocaulon acutifolium, Eriocaulon adamesii, Eriocaulon aethiopicum, Eriocaulon africanum, Eriocaulon afzelianum, Eriocaulon albocapitatum, Eriocaulon alleizettei, Eriocaulon alpestre, Eriocaulon alpinum,

References

Victor Kimpouni: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kimp.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:979590-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.