Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
puberula
ID:
371676

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mart.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1829

Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Sp. Pl. (Martius) 3(1): 24, t. 211. 1829 [Jan-Jun 1829]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000371008



Common Names

  • Mendoncia puberula
  • Puberulous Mendoncia
  • Puberulous Plant


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Description

Mendoncia puberula (also called hairy mendoncia, among many other common names) is a perennial evergreen shrub with a spreading habit. It is native to South America and grows in moist soils in forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Mendoncia puberula is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for birds and other animals. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mendoncia puberula is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, with succulent leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mendoncia puberula 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 puberula

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

Mendoncia puberula FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mendoncia puberula?

Mendoncia puberula

What is the natural habitat of Mendoncia puberula?

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

What is the size of Mendoncia puberula?

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,

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