Status:
valid
Authors:
Jans.-Jac. & Maas
Source:
ksu
Year:
2010
Citation Micro:
Blumea 55: 86 (2010)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000746781
Common Names
- Moutabea arianiae
- Arian's Moutabea
- Arian Moutabea
Description
Moutabea arianiae (also called 'Arian's Moutabea', among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to South America, and is found in dry to moist grasslands and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Moutabea arianiae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its flowers are used to make herbal tea and for medicinal purposes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Moutabea arianiae has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings have two pairs of cotyledons.
Cultivation and Propagation
Moutabea arianiae is a small shrub native to Iran. It is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring and cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn.
Where to Find Moutabea arianiae
Moutabea arianiae is native to the Middle East and can be found in the countries of Iran, Iraq, and Turkey.
Moutabea arianiae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Moutabea arianiae?
Moutabea arianiae
What is the common name of Moutabea arianiae?
Arian's Moutabea
Where is Moutabea arianiae found?
Moutabea arianiae is found in India
Species in the Moutabea genus
Moutabea aculeata,
Moutabea guianensis,
Moutabea chodatiana,
Moutabea arianiae,
Moutabea angustifolia,
Moutabea excoriata,
Moutabea gentryi,
Moutabea victoriana,
Moutabea floribunda,
Moutabea pacifica,
Species in the Polygalaceae family
Acanthocladus brasiliensis,
Acanthocladus guayaquilensis,
Acanthocladus moyanoi,
Acanthocladus scleroxylon,
Acanthocladus tehuelchum,
Acanthocladus colombianus,
Acanthocladus dukei,
Acanthocladus pulcherrimus,
Acanthocladus santosii,
Acanthocladus dichromus,
Ancylotropis insignis,
Ancylotropis malmeana,
Asemeia grandiflora,
Asemeia ignatii,
Asemeia ilheotica,
Asemeia lindmaniana,
Asemeia marquesiana,
Asemeia martiana,
Asemeia monninoides,
Asemeia parietaria,
Asemeia pohliana,
Asemeia rhodoptera,
Asemeia glabra,
Asemeia hirsuta,
Asemeia apopetala,
Asemeia echinosperma,
Asemeia hondurana,
Asemeia securidaca,
Asemeia sphaerospora,
Asemeia tonsa,
Asemeia acuminata,
Asemeia extraaxillaris,
Asemeia galmeri,
Asemeia hebeclada,
Asemeia mollis,
Asemeia monticola,
Asemeia ovata,
Asemeia pseudohebeclada,
Asemeia tobatiensis,
Asemeia violacea,
Asemeia floribunda,
Atroxima afzeliana,
Atroxima liberica,
Badiera cubensis,
Badiera fuertesii,
Badiera oblongata,
Badiera penaea,
Badiera propinqua,
Badiera virgata,
Badiera subrhombifolia,