Status:
valid
Authors:
(Ruiz & Pav.) Paudyal & Delprete
Source:
wcvp
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 187(3): 386. 2018
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001427163
Common Names
- Motleyothamnus corymbosus
- Corymbosus Motleyothamnus
- Corymbosus
Description
Motleyothamnus corymbosus (also called Corymbose Motleyothamnus, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to South America. It has simple, opposite leaves and small, yellowish-green flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Motleyothamnus corymbosus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Motleyothamnus corymbosus are small and white, with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Motleyothamnus corymbosus is a shrub native to Africa. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in well-draining soil. The plant prefers full sun and should be watered regularly during the growing season.
Where to Find Motleyothamnus corymbosus
Motleyothamnus corymbosus can be found in Australia.
Motleyothamnus corymbosus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Motleyothamnus corymbosus?
Motleyothamnus corymbosus
What is the common name of Motleyothamnus corymbosus?
Corymbose Motleyothamnus
What is the family of Motleyothamnus corymbosus?
Asteraceae
Species in the Motleyothamnus genus
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
Sushil K. Paudyal: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Paudyal' in the authors string.