Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
plumosa
ID:
1306505

Status:
valid

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

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 58: 29 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001318959


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Description

Medusantha plumosa (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 plumosa 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 plumosa 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 plumosa 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 plumosa

Medusantha plumosa can be found in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil.

Medusantha plumosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Medusantha plumosa?

Medusantha plumosa

What type of plant is Medusantha plumosa?

Herb

Where is Medusantha plumosa found?

South America

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

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
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.