Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
mollissima
ID:
749335

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ridl.) A.Weber & D.J.Middleton

Source:
cmp

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Taxon 60: 778 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000748668

Common Names

  • Microchirita Mollissima
  • Soft Microchirita
  • Soft Microchirita

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Description

Microchirita mollissima (also called Soft microchirita, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae. It is native to the Western Ghats in India. It grows in moist, shady areas in forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Microchirita mollissima is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Microchirita mollissima is white with a yellow center, and has a distinctively curved shape. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have small, heart-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Microchirita mollissima is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to India. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It is best to water regularly during the growing season and to reduce watering during the winter months. It is also important to fertilize the plant every few weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Microchirita mollissima

Microchirita mollissima is native to China and can be found in the Sichuan, Yunnan, and Guizhou provinces.

Microchirita mollissima FAQ

What is the scientific name of Microchirita mollissima?

Microchirita mollissima

What is the common name of Microchirita mollissima?

Mollissima Microchirita

What is the natural habitat of Microchirita mollissima?

It is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests

Species in the Gesneriaceae family

Acanthonema diandrum, Achimenes admirabilis, Achimenes antirrhina, Achimenes brevifolia, Achimenes candida, Achimenes cettoana, Achimenes dulcis, Achimenes erecta, Achimenes fimbriata, Achimenes flava, Achimenes glabrata, Achimenes grandiflora, Achimenes heterophylla, Achimenes hintoniana, Achimenes longiflora, Achimenes mexicana, Achimenes misera, Achimenes nayaritensis, Achimenes obscura, Achimenes occidentalis, Achimenes patens, Achimenes pedunculata, Achimenes skinneri, Achimenes woodii, Achimenes tincticoma, Achimenes elota, Achimenes sanguinea, Achimenes ixtapaensis, Aeschynanthus citrinus, Aeschynanthus membranifolius, Aeschynanthus mendumiae, Aeschynanthus sojolianus, Aeschynanthus dischidioides, Aeschynanthus minutifolius, Aeschynanthus acuminatissimus, Aeschynanthus acuminatus, Aeschynanthus albidus, Aeschynanthus amboinensis, Aeschynanthus amoenus, Aeschynanthus andersonii, Aeschynanthus angustifolius, Aeschynanthus angustioblongus, Aeschynanthus apicidens, Aeschynanthus arctocalyx, Aeschynanthus arfakensis, Aeschynanthus argentii, Aeschynanthus asclepioides, Aeschynanthus atrorubens, Aeschynanthus atrosanguineus, Aeschynanthus batakiorum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2902993: Based on the initial data import
Henry Nicholas Ridley (1855-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ridl.' in the authors string.
Anton Weber (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Weber' in the authors string.
David John Middleton (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.J.Middleton' in the authors string.