Vochysia moskovitsiana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
moskovitsiana
ID:
1344279
Status:
valid
Authors:
Huamantupa
Source:
ipni
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 277(3): 293. 2016 [29 Sep 2016] [epublished]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001356733
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Vochysia moskovitsiana (also called Moskovits' Vochysia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Vochysiaceae family. It is an evergreen tree native to Mexico. It grows in wet montane forests at elevations of 500 to 1,400 meters.
Uses & Benefits
Vochysia moskovitsiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is known for its attractive foliage and flowers, and its long flowering period.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Vochysia moskovitsiana is a yellow-orange color with a long and slender tube-like structure. The seed is a small, dark-brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin, green, and have a single leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Vochysia moskovitsiana is a small, evergreen shrub that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by seed or by cuttings. To propagate by cuttings, take a cutting from a mature branch and place it in a pot filled with a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and in a warm location until the cutting has rooted.
Where to Find Vochysia moskovitsiana
Vochysia moskovitsiana is native to Central and South America.
Vochysia moskovitsiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Vochysia moskovitsiana?
Vochysia moskovitsiana
What is the common name of Vochysia moskovitsiana?
Moskovits' Vochysia
What is the natural habitat of Vochysia moskovitsiana?
It is native to Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru, where it grows in wet montane forests at elevations of 1,000–2,400 m
Species in the Vochysia genus
Vochysia pacifica, Vochysia saccata, Vochysia penae, Vochysia pauciflora, Vochysia calophylla, Vochysia tucanorum, Vochysia tomentosa, Vochysia splendens, Vochysia rotundifolia, Vochysia vismiifolia, Vochysia jonkeri, Vochysia megalantha, Vochysia martiana, Vochysia mariziana, Vochysia mapuerae, Vochysia magna, Vochysia lopezpalacioi, Vochysia liscanoi, Vochysia lehmannii, Vochysia ledouxii, Vochysia laxiflora, Vochysia venezuelana, Vochysia tillettii, Vochysia surinamensis, Vochysia meridensis, Vochysia jefensis, Vochysia spathiphylla, Vochysia pachyantha, Vochysia ortegae, Vochysia steyermarkiana, Vochysia julianensis, Vochysia catingae, Vochysia cassiquiarensis, Vochysia columbiensis, Vochysia aurantiaca, Vochysia assua, Vochysia artantha, Vochysia apopetala, Vochysia angustifolia, Vochysia allenii, Vochysia pygmaea, Vochysia bautistae, Vochysia hannekesaskiae, Vochysia gigantea, Vochysia gentryi, Vochysia garcia-barrigae, Vochysia expansa, Vochysia elegans, Vochysia duquei, Vochysia rubiginosa,
Species in the Vochysiaceae family
Callisthene dryadum, Callisthene erythroclada, Callisthene fasciculata, Callisthene inundata, Callisthene major, Callisthene microphylla, Callisthene minor, Callisthene mollissima, Erisma arietinum, Erisma bicolor, Erisma blancoa, Erisma bracteosum, Erisma calcaratum, Erisma costatum, Erisma djalma-batistae, Erisma floribundum, Erisma fuscum, Erisma gracile, Erisma japura, Erisma lanceolatum, Erisma laurifolium, Erisma maliforme, Erisma megalophyllum, Erisma micranthum, Erisma nitidum, Erisma niveum, Erisma silvae, Erisma splendens, Erisma tessmannii, Erisma uncinatum, Erisma panamense, Erismadelphus exsul, Erismadelphus sessilis, Korupodendron songweanum, Qualea marioniae, Qualea johannabakkerae, Qualea acuminata, Qualea amapaensis, Qualea amoena, Qualea brasiliana, Qualea brevipedicellata, Qualea calantha, Qualea calophylla, Qualea clavata, Qualea coerulea, Qualea cordata, Qualea cryptantha, Qualea cyanea, Qualea cymulosa, Qualea decorticans,
References
Isau Huamantupa Chuquimaco: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Huamantupa' in the authors string.