Status:
valid
Authors:
(C.Schweinf.) Garay
Source:
wcs
Year:
1982
Citation Micro:
Bot. Mus. Leafl. 28(4): 336. 1982 [1980 publ. 1982]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000241881
Common Names
- Mesadenus affinis
- Affine Mesadenus
- Affine Mesadenus Tree
Description
Mesadenus affinis (also called Affinis Mesadenus, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to South America. It has simple, ovate leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, shady forests and coastal areas.
Uses & Benefits
Mesadenus affinis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, skin ailments, and digestive problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Mesadenus affinis has small, white flowers that are arranged in clusters at the end of the stem. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves that are arranged in pairs on the stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Mesadenus affinis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a rooting medium. Once rooted, the cuttings should be transplanted into a pot with a well-draining soil mix.
Where to Find Mesadenus affinis
Mesadenus affinis can be found in tropical rainforests in Central and South America.
Mesadenus affinis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Mesadenus affinis?
Mesadenus affinis
What is the natural habitat of Mesadenus affinis?
Tropical forests of Central and South America
What are the common names of Mesadenus affinis?
Affin False Palm, False Palm
Species in the Mesadenus genus
Species in the Orchidaceae family
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Aa hartwegii,
Aa hieronymi,
Aa leucantha,
Aa lorentzii,
Aa macra,
Aa achalensis,
Aa maderoi,
Aa mandonii,
Aa matthewsii,
Aa microtidis,
Aa paleacea,
Aa argyrolepis,
Aa riobambae,
Aa rosei,
Aa schickendanzii,
Aa sphaeroglossa,
Aa trilobulata,
Aa weddelliana,
Aa aurantiaca,
Aa calceata,
Aa colombiana,
Aa denticulata,
Aa erosa,
Aa figueroi,
Aa lozanoi,
Aa lehmannii,
Acampe carinata,
Acampe cephalotes,
Acampe ochracea,
Acampe pachyglossa,
Acampe praemorsa,
Acampe joiceyana,
Acampe hulae,
Acanthophippium bicolor,
Acanthophippium chrysoglossum,
Acanthophippium curtisii,
Acanthophippium eburneum,
Acanthophippium gougahense,
Acanthophippium javanicum,
Acanthophippium lilacinum,
Acanthophippium mantinianum,
Acanthophippium parviflorum,
Acanthophippium pictum,
Acanthophippium splendidum,
Acanthophippium striatum,
Acanthophippium sylhetense,
Acanthophippium curtisii,
Achlydosa glandulosa,
Acianthera aculeata,