Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
carvalhoi
ID:
1306521

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Harley) Harley & J.F.B.Pastore

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 58: 28 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001318975


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Uses & Benefits

Medusantha carvalhoi can be used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is known for its attractive foliage and showy flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Medusantha carvalhoi has white flowers with yellow centers that are about 1 cm in diameter and have four petals. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves and are about 2 cm in height.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Medusantha carvalhoi is a succulent native to Brazil. It is best grown in well-drained soil in full sun. Propagation is by cuttings or by seeds. The seeds should be sown on a sterile, moist medium and kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Medusantha carvalhoi

Medusantha carvalhoi is native to Brazil. It is found in the states of Minas Gerais, Espírito Santo, and Rio de Janeiro.

Medusantha carvalhoi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Medusantha carvalhoi?

Medusantha carvalhoi

What type of plant is Medusantha carvalhoi?

Medusantha carvalhoi is a species of plant in the Bromeliaceae family.

Where is Medusantha carvalhoi found?

Medusantha carvalhoi is found in Brazil.

Species in the Lamiaceae family

Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,

References

Raymond Mervyn Harley (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harley' in the authors string.
José Floriano Barêa Pastore (b.1979): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.F.B.Pastore' in the authors string.