Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
hoffmannseggiana
ID:
371694

Status:
valid

Authors:
Nees

Source:
cmp

Year:
1847

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 11: 50 (1847)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000371026



Common Names

  • Mendoncia hoffmannseggiana
  • Hoffmannsegg's Mendoncia
  • Hoffmannsegg's Plant


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Description

Mendoncia hoffmannseggiana (also called Hoffmannsegg's Mendoncia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to tropical Africa. It grows in moist soils and is found in forests and woodlands. It has a woody stem and small, oval-shaped leaves that are covered in a waxy coating.

Uses & Benefits

Mendoncia hoffmannseggiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mendoncia hoffmannseggiana has white flowers with yellow centers, and its seeds are small, dark brown, and round. Its seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mendoncia hoffmannseggiana is a perennial herb native to South America. It can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers a sunny location and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division or cuttings taken in spring or summer.

Where to Find Mendoncia hoffmannseggiana

Mendoncia hoffmannseggiana is native to South America and can be found in Brazil, Argentina, and Paraguay.

Mendoncia hoffmannseggiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mendoncia hoffmannseggiana?

Mendoncia hoffmannseggiana

What is the natural habitat of Mendoncia hoffmannseggiana?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world.

What is the size of Mendoncia hoffmannseggiana?

It is a small plant, growing to a height of up to 20 cm.

Species in the Mendoncia genus

Mendoncia puberula, Mendoncia vellozoana, Mendoncia villosa, Mendoncia williamsii, Mendoncia zarucchii, Mendoncia multiflora, Mendoncia hoffmannseggiana, Mendoncia tovarensis, Mendoncia antioquiensis, Mendoncia brenesii, Mendoncia bahiensis, Mendoncia bivalvis, Mendoncia albiflora, Mendoncia lindaviana, Mendoncia caquetensis, Mendoncia glabrescens, Mendoncia guatemalensis, Mendoncia blanchetiana, Mendoncia gilgiana, Mendoncia cuatrecasasii, Mendoncia cardonae, Mendoncia coccinea, Mendoncia coriacea, Mendoncia gilva, Mendoncia garciae, Mendoncia lindavii, Mendoncia leucantha, Mendoncia steyermarkii, Mendoncia tetragona, Mendoncia sprucei, Mendoncia phalacra, Mendoncia phytocrenoides, Mendoncia microchlamys, Mendoncia pennellii, Mendoncia mutisii, Mendoncia neblinensis, Mendoncia obovata, Mendoncia odorata, Mendoncia mirabilis, Mendoncia retusa, Mendoncia rizziniana, Mendoncia rosea, Mendoncia costaricana, Mendoncia crenata, Mendoncia gigas, Mendoncia glabra, Mendoncia killipii, Mendoncia klugii, Mendoncia litoralis, Mendoncia mollis,

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,