Muellera unifoliolata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Benth.) M.Sousa
Source:
ipni
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Mex.100: 32 (2012)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001329356
Common Names
- Muellera unifoliolata
- Unifoliolata Muellera
- One-Leaf Muellera
Searching for Muellera unifoliolata? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!
Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Muellera unifoliolata (also called One-Leaf Muellera, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Central and South America. It has small, white flowers and is found in moist, open areas.
Uses & Benefits
Muellera unifoliolata is used as an ornamental plant, for its attractive foliage and showy flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Muellera unifoliolata has a small, white flower with a long, thin stem. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have narrow, grass-like leaves.
Searching for Muellera unifoliolata? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!
Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Muellera unifoliolata is a tropical plant native to Costa Rica and Panama. It is a fast-growing, clumping, evergreen perennial with large, glossy, green leaves. It can be propagated from stem cuttings or by division of the clumps. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in partial shade and can tolerate full sun. It is drought tolerant once established and can be grown in containers.
Where to Find Muellera unifoliolata
Muellera unifoliolata is native to Mexico.
Muellera unifoliolata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Muellera unifoliolata?
Muellera unifoliolata
What is the common name of Muellera unifoliolata?
Unifoliolate Muellera
What type of plant is Muellera unifoliolata?
Perennial
Species in the Muellera genus
Muellera nitens, Muellera leptobotrys, Muellera fernandesii, Muellera fluvialis, Muellera denudata, Muellera filipes, Muellera graciliflora, Muellera grazielae, Muellera laticifera, Muellera longiunguiculata, Muellera montana, Muellera obtusa, Muellera torrensis, Muellera tozziana, Muellera variabilis, Muellera virgilioides, Muellera amazonica, Muellera broadwayi, Muellera burkartii, Muellera chocoensis, Muellera crucisrubierae, Muellera unifoliolata, Muellera campestris, Muellera fendleri, Muellera lutea, Muellera lutescens, Muellera monilis, Muellera nudiflorens, Muellera sanctae-marthae, Muellera sericea, Muellera tubicalyx, Muellera fragiliflora,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Mario Sousa (1940-2017): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Sousa' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:60458872-2: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Muellera unifoliolata (Benth.) M.Sousa: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.