Melianthus comosus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Geraniales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
comosus
ID:
450744
Status:
valid
Authors:
Vahl
Source:
cmp
Year:
1794
Citation Micro:
Symb. Bot. 3: 86 (1794)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000450076
Common Names
- Melianthus Comosus
- Hairy Melianthus
- Smooth Melianthus
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- Diplerisma comosum (Vahl) Planch. [unknown]
Description
Melianthus comosus (also called Plume Flower, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Melianthaceae. It is a shrub or small tree with pinnate leaves and fragrant, yellow-green flowers. It is native to Central and South America, where it is found in tropical and subtropical forests and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Melianthus comosus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a beautiful white flower and is often used to attract birds and other wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Melianthus comosus is a small, white, bell-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Melianthus comosus is a shrub native to South Africa. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate light frosts. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Melianthus comosus
Melianthus comosus can be found in Central and South America, particularly in Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Paraguay, Peru, and Uruguay.
Melianthus comosus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Melianthus comosus?
Melianthus comosus
What is the common name of Melianthus comosus?
Hairy Melianthus
What is the natural habitat of Melianthus comosus?
It is found in dry, sunny areas, such as roadsides and fields
Species in the Melianthus genus
Species in the Francoaceae family
Balbisia calycina, Balbisia aphanifolia, Balbisia gracilis, Balbisia integrifolia, Balbisia meyeniana, Balbisia microphylla, Balbisia miniata, Balbisia peduncularis, Balbisia stitchkinii, Balbisia verticillata, Balbisia calycina, Bersama abyssinica, Bersama lucens, Bersama palustris, Bersama swinnyi, Bersama swynnertonii, Bersama tysoniana, Bersama yangambiensis, Francoa appendiculata, Greyia flanaganii, Greyia radlkoferi, Greyia sutherlandii, Melianthus comosus, Melianthus dregeanus, Melianthus major, Melianthus pectinatus, Melianthus villosus, Melianthus elongatus, Rhynchotheca spinosa, Viviania linostigma, Viviania ovata, Viviania tenuicaulis, Viviania elegans, Viviania marifolia,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2504992: Based on the initial data import
Martin Vahl (1749-1804): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vahl' in the authors string.