Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Genus:
Species:
floribunda
ID:
1329435

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.C.Huber ex J.B.Silveira & Secco

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 202: 259 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001341889


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Description

Moutabea floribunda (also called Floribunda Moutabea, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to tropical regions of South and Central America. It has large, lobed leaves and showy, white flowers with purple centers. It is found in tropical forests, disturbed areas, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Moutabea floribunda is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant and has been used to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Moutabea floribunda has small, white flowers with yellow centers and a sweet, fragrant scent. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Moutabea floribunda is a perennial shrub native to South America. It can be propagated by division or by seed. When propagating by division, the plant should be divided into several pieces, each with at least one root and one shoot. When propagating by seed, the seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept at a temperature of around 20-25°C. The seedlings should be kept in a bright, humid environment and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Moutabea floribunda

Moutabea floribunda is native to Colombia.

Moutabea floribunda FAQ

What is the scientific name of Moutabea floribunda?

Moutabea floribunda

What is the family of Moutabea floribunda?

Melastomataceae

Where is Moutabea floribunda found?

Venezuela

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,

References

Ricardo de Sousa Secco (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Secco' in the authors string.
João Barros da Silveira: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.B.Silveira' in the authors string.
Johann Christoph(er) Huber (1830-1913): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.C.Huber' in the authors string.