Status:
valid
Authors:
(Pohl ex Benth.) Harley & J.F.B.Pastore
Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 58: 29 (2012)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001318958
Description
Medusantha multiflora (also called Medusa Plant, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Atlantic Forest biome of Brazil. It grows in moist, shady areas and has a rosette of leaves with a central stem. The flowers are white and have a bell-shaped structure.
Uses & Benefits
Medusantha multiflora 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 multiflora 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Medusantha multiflora 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 multiflora
Medusantha multiflora can be found in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil.
Medusantha multiflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Medusantha multiflora?
Medusantha multiflora
What type of plant is Medusantha multiflora?
Herb
Where is Medusantha multiflora found?
South America
Species in the Medusantha genus
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,