Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nutans
ID:
1330061

Status:
valid

Authors:
(R.Br. ex Kurz) Razafim. & B.Bremer

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Taxon 64: 293 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001342515


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Description

Mycetia nutans (also called Nutans Mycetia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central and South America. It has a creeping habit and grows to a height of up to 15 cm. It prefers moist, shady habitats and is found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Mycetia nutans is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mycetia nutans is a white, bell-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a green stem with a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mycetia nutans is a tropical plant that is best grown in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated from seed or by division of the rhizomes. It is also possible to propagate from stem cuttings.

Where to Find Mycetia nutans

Mycetia nutans is native to India and can be found in tropical and subtropical areas. It is a shrub that grows in moist, shady areas.

Mycetia nutans FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mycetia nutans?

Mycetia nutans

What is the natural habitat of Mycetia nutans?

Mycetia nutans is found in tropical and subtropical forests of Southeast Asia.

What is the flowering period of Mycetia nutans?

Mycetia nutans typically flowers from April to June.

Species in the Mycetia genus

Mycetia acuminata, Mycetia angustifolia, Mycetia anlongensis, Mycetia balansae, Mycetia brachybotrys, Mycetia bracteata, Mycetia brevipes, Mycetia brevisepala, Mycetia cauliflora, Mycetia chasalioides, Mycetia fasciculata, Mycetia flava, Mycetia glandulosa, Mycetia gracilis, Mycetia hainanensis, Mycetia hirta, Mycetia holotricha, Mycetia javanica, Mycetia listeri, Mycetia longiflora, Mycetia longifolia, Mycetia malayana, Mycetia minor, Mycetia mukerjiana, Mycetia myrioneura, Mycetia nepalensis, Mycetia obovata, Mycetia ovatistipulata, Mycetia paniculiformis, Mycetia parishii, Mycetia radiciflora, Mycetia rivicola, Mycetia rodgeri, Mycetia siamensis, Mycetia sinensis, Mycetia squamulosopilosa, Mycetia stipulata, Mycetia sumatrana, Mycetia yunnanica, Mycetia mindanaensis, Mycetia basiflora, Mycetia macrocarpa, Mycetia clarkei, Mycetia effusa, Mycetia faberi, Mycetia nutans, Mycetia pubifolia, Mycetia tonkinensis, Mycetia griffithii, Mycetia fangii,

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

Robert Brown (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Br.' in the authors string.
Wilhelm Sulpiz Kurz (1834-1878): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kurz' in the authors string.
Birgitta Bremer (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Bremer' in the authors string.
Sylvain G. Razafimandimbison: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Razafim.' in the authors string.