Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
altissima
ID:
451596

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Chev.) A.Chev.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Mém. Soc. Bot. France 8: 138 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000450928

Common Names

  • Mansonia altissima
  • Altissima Mansonia
  • Mountain Mansonia

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Synonyms

  • Achantia altissima A.Chev. [unknown]
  • Mansonia altissima altissima [unknown]

Description

Mansonia altissima (also called Tall Water-starwort, among many other common names) is a small, aquatic plant with small, round leaves and white flowers. It is native to South America and is found in shallow waters and wet soils.

Uses & Benefits

Mansonia altissima is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and aquariums, and is also used medicinally as an antiseptic and anti-inflammatory.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mansonia altissima has small white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mansonia altissima is a hardy aquatic plant that can be propagated by division or by cuttings. It prefers a nutrient-rich substrate and bright light. It can be grown in both cold and warm water temperatures and is tolerant of a wide range of pH levels.

Where to Find Mansonia altissima

Mansonia altissima is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.

Mansonia altissima FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mansonia altissima?

Mansonia altissima

What is the common name of Mansonia altissima?

Tall mansonia

Where is Mansonia altissima native to?

Tropical Africa

Species in the Malvaceae family

Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,

References