Moussonia fruticosa - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
fruticosa
ID:
1234369
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Brandegee) Wiehler
Source:
tro
Year:
1975
Citation Micro:
Selbyana 1: 25 (1975)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001233707
Common Names
- Moussonia fruticosa
- Moussonia
- Shrubby Moussonia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Moussonia fruticosa (also called Moussonia, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to tropical regions of Central and South America. It has small, ovate leaves and grows in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Moussonia fruticosa is used in traditional Chinese medicine for treating skin diseases, fever, and inflammation. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Moussonia fruticosa is a white or pale pink, funnel-shaped corolla with a yellow throat. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are short and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Moussonia fruticosa is a shrub native to China. It is best propagated by cuttings. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix. The cuttings should be kept moist until they have rooted. Once rooted, the cuttings can be transplanted into individual pots and grown in a sunny location. The plants should be watered regularly and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer every few weeks.
Where to Find Moussonia fruticosa
Moussonia fruticosa is native to China and can be found in the provinces of Sichuan, Yunnan, and Guizhou.
Moussonia fruticosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Moussonia fruticosa?
Moussonia fruticosa
What is the common name of Moussonia fruticosa?
Shrubby Moussonia
What is the natural habitat of Moussonia fruticosa?
It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia and Australia
Species in the Moussonia genus
Moussonia rupicola, Moussonia deppeana, Moussonia serrulata, Moussonia ampla, Moussonia larryskogii, Moussonia jaliscana, Moussonia elegans, Moussonia fruticosa, Moussonia hirsutissima, Moussonia triflora, Moussonia papillosa, Moussonia septentrionalis, Moussonia skutchii, Moussonia strigosa, Moussonia viminalis, Moussonia adpressipilosa,
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 tro-50076365: Based on the initial data import
Townshend Stith Brandegee (1843-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brandegee' in the authors string.
Hans Wiehler (1930-2003): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wiehler' in the authors string.