Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
muricata
ID:
1270203

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

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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.

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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.

References

Marcos Sobral (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sobral' in the authors string.
Lucia Rossi: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lucia Rossi' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:70029814-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.