Status:
valid
Authors:
Sobral & Lucia Rossi
Source:
tro
Year:
2003
Citation Micro:
Novon 13: 325 (2003)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001269541
Common Names
- Mostuea muricata
- Muricate Mostuea
- Muricate Water-fern
Description
Mostuea muricata (also called Muricate Mostuea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Primulaceae. It is native to Central and South America. This plant is a shrub or small tree that grows in tropical forests and savannas.
Uses & Benefits
Mostuea muricata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Mostuea muricata has white to pink flowers with a banner petal that is white and pink. The seeds are small and dark brown. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Mostuea muricata is an evergreen, woody shrub native to the southeastern United States. It can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix in the spring or summer. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix.
Where to Find Mostuea muricata
Mostuea muricata is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Mostuea muricata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Mostuea muricata?
Mostuea muricata
What is the common name of Mostuea muricata?
Rough Mostuea
What is the growth habit of Mostuea muricata?
Mostuea muricata is a perennial herb with an upright, bushy habit.
Species in the Mostuea genus
Mostuea brunonis,
Mostuea batesii,
Mostuea neurocarpa,
Mostuea hymenocardioides,
Mostuea hirsuta,
Mostuea rubrinervis,
Mostuea microphylla,
Mostuea adamii,
Mostuea surinamensis,
Mostuea muricata,
Species in the Gelsemiaceae family
Gelsemium elegans,
Gelsemium rankinii,
Gelsemium sempervirens,
Gelsemium rankii,
Mostuea brunonis,
Mostuea batesii,
Mostuea neurocarpa,
Mostuea hymenocardioides,
Mostuea hirsuta,
Mostuea rubrinervis,
Mostuea microphylla,
Mostuea adamii,
Mostuea surinamensis,
Mostuea muricata,
Pteleocarpa lamponga,
References
Lucia Rossi: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lucia Rossi' in the authors string.