Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
mucronata
ID:
393579

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.Hansen

Source:
ksu

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Opera Bot. 116: 52 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000392911



Common Names

  • Ptyssiglottis mucronata
  • Mucronate Ptyssiglottis
  • Mucronate Vine


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Description

Ptyssiglottis mucronata (also called mucronate ptyssiglottis, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Southeast Asia. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and white flowers. It prefers moist and shady habitats, such as forests and thickets.

Uses & Benefits

Ptyssiglottis mucronata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and aquariums. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, cough, and colds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Ptyssiglottis mucronata are small and white. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ptyssiglottis mucronata is a perennial herb that is native to China. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of temperatures and can survive in temperatures as low as -20°C. It is drought tolerant and can survive in dry conditions. It can also tolerate some salt in the soil.

Where to Find Ptyssiglottis mucronata

Ptyssiglottis mucronata is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Ptyssiglottis mucronata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ptyssiglottis mucronata?

Ptyssiglottis mucronata

What is the common name of Ptyssiglottis mucronata?

Mucronate Tongue Orchid

What is the natural habitat of Ptyssiglottis mucronata?

Grasslands, woodlands, and heathlands

Species in the Ptyssiglottis genus

Ptyssiglottis sanguinolenta, Ptyssiglottis subcordata, Ptyssiglottis salicifolia, Ptyssiglottis rubrolutea, Ptyssiglottis pubisepala, Ptyssiglottis pubescens, Ptyssiglottis psychotriifolia, Ptyssiglottis picta, Ptyssiglottis peranthera, Ptyssiglottis staminodifera, Ptyssiglottis mucronata, Ptyssiglottis glabrisepala, Ptyssiglottis maxima, Ptyssiglottis longisepala, Ptyssiglottis lanceolata, Ptyssiglottis isophylla, Ptyssiglottis hirsuta, Ptyssiglottis hallieri, Ptyssiglottis glandulifera, Ptyssiglottis gibbsiae, Ptyssiglottis fusca, Ptyssiglottis fastidiosa, Ptyssiglottis dulcamarioides, Ptyssiglottis bantamensis, Ptyssiglottis auriculata, Ptyssiglottis granulata, Ptyssiglottis caudata, Ptyssiglottis campanulata, Ptyssiglottis creaghii, Ptyssiglottis chrysea, Ptyssiglottis densiflora, Ptyssiglottis decurrens, Ptyssiglottis cyrtandroides, Ptyssiglottis cuprea, Ptyssiglottis undulata, Ptyssiglottis kunthiana, Ptyssiglottis nigrescens, Ptyssiglottis radicans,

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

Bertel Hansen (1932-2005): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Hansen' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:968805-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.