Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
insignis
ID:
510469

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vollesen

Source:
ksu

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Fl. Trop. E. Africa , Acanth.(1): 236 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000509801



Common Names

  • Mellera insignis
  • Insignis' Mellera
  • Mellera


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Description

Mellera insignis (also called Showy 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 insignis is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mellera insignis 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 insignis 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 insignis

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

Mellera insignis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mellera insignis?

Mellera insignis

What is the common name of Mellera insignis?

Distinguished Mellera

What is the natural habitat of Mellera insignis?

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,

References