Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
monticola
ID:
220988

Status:
valid

Authors:
Puff

Source:
wcs

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Fl. S. Afr. 31(1; 2): 19 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000220317

Common Names

  • Anthospermum monticola
  • Mountain Anthospermum
  • Mountain Star of Bethlehem

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Description

Anthospermum monticola (also called Mountain Anthospermum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Apiaceae. It is native to Madagascar and the Comoros. It is a terrestrial plant found in humid forests.

Uses & Benefits

Anthospermum monticola is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and stomach ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Anthospermum monticola is white and bell-shaped. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anthospermum monticola is a terrestrial orchid native to Madagascar. It can be propagated from seed or by division. It prefers a warm, humid environment with partial shade and well-draining soil. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks. In winter, reduce watering and fertilizing.

Where to Find Anthospermum monticola

Anthospermum monticola can be found in Central and South America, particularly in Mexico, Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, Venezuela, Guyana, Suriname, French Guiana, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, Paraguay, and Brazil.

Anthospermum monticola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anthospermum monticola?

Anthospermum monticola

What is the common name of Anthospermum monticola?

Mountain Anthospermum

What is the natural habitat of Anthospermum monticola?

Dry, rocky or sandy soils in open woodlands

Species in the Anthospermum genus

Anthospermum aethiopicum, Anthospermum ammannioides, Anthospermum asperuloides, Anthospermum basuticum, Anthospermum bergianum, Anthospermum bicorne, Anthospermum comptonii, Anthospermum dregei, Anthospermum emirnense, Anthospermum ericifolium, Anthospermum esterhuysenianum, Anthospermum galioides, Anthospermum galpinii, Anthospermum herbaceum, Anthospermum hirtum, Anthospermum hispidulum, Anthospermum ibityense, Anthospermum isaloense, Anthospermum littoreum, Anthospermum longisepalum, Anthospermum madagascariense, Anthospermum monticola, Anthospermum pachyrrhizum, Anthospermum palustre, Anthospermum paniculatum, Anthospermum perrieri, Anthospermum prostratum, Anthospermum rigidum, Anthospermum rosmarinus, Anthospermum spathulatum, Anthospermum streyi, Anthospermum ternatum, Anthospermum thymoides, Anthospermum usambarense, Anthospermum vallicola, Anthospermum villosicarpum, Anthospermum welwitschii, Anthospermum whyteanum, Anthospermum zimbabwense, Anthospermum ammanioides,

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-10527: Based on the initial data import
Christian Puff (1949-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Puff' in the authors string.