Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
corymbosus
ID:
1414698

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

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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.

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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

IPNI record: 77187936-1: Originally associated with wfo-0001428295
Hipólito Ruiz López (1754-1816): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ruiz' in the authors string.
José Antonio Pavón (1754-1840): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pav.' in the authors string.
Piero G. Delprete (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Delprete' in the authors string.
Sushil K. Paudyal: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Paudyal' in the authors string.