Mesosphaerum irwinii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
irwinii
ID:
1306507
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Harley) Harley & J.F.B.Pastore
Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 58: 31 (2012)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001318961
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Mesosphaerum irwinii (also called 'Irwin's Mesosphaerum', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with white flowers and grey-green leaves native to the Caribbean and Central America. It grows in moist forests, along streams and in wet areas.
Uses & Benefits
Mesosphaerum irwinii 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
Mesosphaerum irwinii 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Mesosphaerum irwinii is a shrub native to Brazil. It is best grown in moist, 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 Mesosphaerum irwinii
Mesosphaerum irwinii can be found in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil.
Mesosphaerum irwinii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Mesosphaerum irwinii?
Mesosphaerum irwinii
What type of plant is Mesosphaerum irwinii?
Herb
Where is Mesosphaerum irwinii found?
South America
Species in the Mesosphaerum genus
Mesosphaerum diversifolium, Mesosphaerum eriocephalum, Mesosphaerum melissoides, Mesosphaerum oblongifolium, Mesosphaerum obtusatum, Mesosphaerum pectinatum, Mesosphaerum pilosum, Mesosphaerum purdiei, Mesosphaerum suaveolens, Mesosphaerum urticodes, Mesosphaerum irwinii, Mesosphaerum diffusum, Mesosphaerum gymnocaulon, Mesosphaerum lachnosphaerium, Mesosphaerum perbullatum, Mesosphaerum pseudoglaucum, Mesosphaerum septentrionale, Mesosphaerum chacapoyense, Mesosphaerum sidifolium, Mesosphaerum argutifolium, Mesosphaerum asperifolium, Mesosphaerum collinum, Mesosphaerum marrubiifolium,
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.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77121045-1: Based on the initial data import