Mastigostyla major - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
major
ID:
785917
Status:
valid
Authors:
Ravenna
Source:
iplants
Year:
1964
Citation Micro:
Revista Inst. Munic. Bot. 2: 56 (1964)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000785250
Common Names
- Major Mastigostyla
- Majus Mastigostyla
- Majors Mastigostyla
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Mastigostyla major (also called 'Major Mastigostyla', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Commelinaceae family. It is native to Central and South America. It typically grows in moist forests and along roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Mastigostyla major is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used for medicinal purposes, such as treating skin conditions and digestive issues.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Moraea britteniae has yellow flowers with yellow stamens, small brown seeds and small seedlings.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Mastigostyla major is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months. Pruning is recommended to maintain its shape.
Where to Find Mastigostyla major
Mastigostyla major is found in the Caribbean, Central and South America.
Mastigostyla major FAQ
What is the scientific name of Mastigostyla major?
Mastigostyla major
What is the common name of Mastigostyla major?
Greater Mastigostyla
What is the natural habitat of Mastigostyla major?
It is native to the Central America region
Species in the Mastigostyla genus
Mastigostyla implicata, Mastigostyla humilis, Mastigostyla hoppii, Mastigostyla herrerae, Mastigostyla gracilis, Mastigostyla cyrtophylla, Mastigostyla cardenasii, Mastigostyla cabrerae, Mastigostyla brevicaulis, Mastigostyla brachiandra, Mastigostyla macbridei, Mastigostyla johnstonii, Mastigostyla spathacea, Mastigostyla potosina, Mastigostyla peruviana, Mastigostyla mirabilis, Mastigostyla major, Mastigostyla boliviensis, Mastigostyla chuquisacensis, Mastigostyla torotoroensis, Mastigostyla woodii, Mastigostyla longituba, Mastigostyla venturii, Mastigostyla tunariensis, Mastigostyla shepardiae, Mastigostyla orurensis, Mastigostyla candaravensis, Mastigostyla coronata,
Species in the Iridaceae family
Alophia drummondii, Alophia intermedia, Alophia medusa, Alophia silvestris, Alophia veracruzana, Aristea abyssinica, Aristea africana, Aristea alata, Aristea anceps, Aristea angolensis, Aristea angustifolia, Aristea bakeri, Aristea bequaertii, Aristea biflora, Aristea cantharophila, Aristea capitata, Aristea cladocarpa, Aristea compressa, Aristea cuspidata, Aristea dichotoma, Aristea djalonis, Aristea ecklonii, Aristea fimbriata, Aristea flexicaulis, Aristea galpinii, Aristea glauca, Aristea goetzei, Aristea grandis, Aristea humbertii, Aristea inaequalis, Aristea juncifolia, Aristea kitchingii, Aristea latifolia, Aristea lugens, Aristea madagascariensis, Aristea montana, Aristea monticola, Aristea nyikensis, Aristea oligocephala, Aristea palustris, Aristea parviflora, Aristea pauciflora, Aristea platycaulis, Aristea polycephala, Aristea pusilla, Aristea racemosa, Aristea ranomafana, Aristea recisa, Aristea rigidifolia, Aristea rupicola,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-323766: Based on the initial data import
Pierfelice Ravenna (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ravenna' in the authors string.