Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
congdonii
ID:
510467

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vollesen

Source:
ksu

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Fl. Trop. E. Africa , Acanth.(1): 238 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000509799



Common Names

  • Mellera congdonii
  • Congdonii's Mellera
  • Mellera


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Description

Mellera congdonii (also called Congdon's Mellera, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Mexico. It has long, slender stems with small, white flowers and grows in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Mellera congdonii is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mellera congdonii has small, white flowers that are clustered together in umbels. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mellera congdonii is a shrub that can be propagated by seeds or cuttings. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures as low as -5°C. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized twice a year.

Where to Find Mellera congdonii

Mellera congdonii is native to Peru. It can be found in montane and submontane forests.

Mellera congdonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mellera congdonii?

Mellera congdonii

What is the common name of Mellera congdonii?

Congdon's Mellera

What is the natural habitat of Mellera congdonii?

Dry, sandy soils in the southwestern United States

Species in the Acanthaceae family

Acanthopale macrocarpa, Acanthopale confertiflora, Acanthopale decempedalis, Acanthopale laxiflora, Acanthopale madagascariensis, Acanthopale pubescens, Acanthopale aethiogermanica, Acanthopale breviceps, Acanthopale cuneifolia, Acanthopale ramiflora, Acanthopale perrieri, Acanthopale humblotii, Acanthopsis carduifolia, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis glauca, Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana, Acanthopsis horrida, Acanthopsis scullyi, Acanthopsis spathularis, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis tuba, Acanthopsis ludoviciana, Acanthopsis adamanticola, Acanthopsis dispermoides, Acanthopsis erosa, Acanthopsis dregeana, Acanthopsis tetragona, Acanthopsis glandulopalmata, Acanthopsis insueta, Acanthopsis nitida, Acanthopsis pagodiformis, Acanthopsis glabra, Acanthopsis villosa, Acanthus austromontanus, Acanthus greuterianus, Acanthus kulalensis, Acanthus arboreus, Acanthus carduaceus, Acanthus caroli-alexandri, Acanthus caudatus, Acanthus dioscoridis, Acanthus ebracteatus, Acanthus eminens, Acanthus flexicaulis, Acanthus gaed, Acanthus guineensis, Acanthus hirsutus, Acanthus hungaricus, Acanthus ilicifolius, Acanthus latisepalus,

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