Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
velloziana
ID:
1589611

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mart.

Source:

Year:
1829

Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Sp. Pl. Bras. 3: 22 (1829)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000047302



Common Names

  • Mendoncia velloziana
  • Velloz's Mendoncia
  • Velloz Mendoncia


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Description

Mendoncia velloziana (also called Velloziaceae, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with a succulent stem and leaves. It is native to Brazil, and is found in rocky, sandy, and dry habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Mendoncia velloziana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mendoncia velloziana has small, yellow, star-shaped flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mendoncia velloziana is a tropical shrub that is propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and requires minimal maintenance. It can be propagated by division or cuttings.

Where to Find Mendoncia velloziana

Mendoncia velloziana is native to Central and South America. It can be found in moist, shady habitats, such as along streams and in forests.

Mendoncia velloziana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mendoncia velloziana?

Mendoncia velloziana

What type of plant is Mendoncia velloziana?

Herb

What is the natural habitat of Mendoncia velloziana?

Tropical and subtropical regions of the world

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,

References

POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:52401-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.