Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
submutica
ID:
371810

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.B.Clarke

Source:
cmp

Year:
1899

Citation Micro:
Fl. Trop. Afr. 5: 51 (1899)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000371142



Common Names

  • Mellera
  • Submutica Mellera
  • Submutica Starflower


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Description

Mellera submutica (also called Submutica Mellera, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to South America. It grows in moist soils, shallow water, and in wetland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Mellera submutica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mellera submutica is a small, white, bell-shaped flower. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, with succulent leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mellera submutica can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in early spring and rooted in a moist soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Mellera submutica

Mellera submutica can be found in tropical regions of Asia, including India, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka.

Mellera submutica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mellera submutica?

Mellera submutica

What is the common name of Mellera submutica?

Submutic Mellera

What is the natural habitat of Mellera submutica?

It is native to tropical regions of Southeast Asia

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

Charles Baron Clarke (1832-1906): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.B.Clarke' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.