Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
grandiflora
ID:
373351

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schinz

Source:
cmp

Year:
1893

Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. 3(1a): 110 (1893)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000372683



Common Names

  • Mechowia grandiflora
  • Grandiflora Mechowia
  • Mechowia


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Description

Mechowia grandiflora (also called 'Large-Flowered Mechowia', among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to the tropical regions of Southeast Asia. It grows in moist, shady areas and can reach heights of up to 1 meter. It has long, narrow leaves and small, yellowish-green flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Mechowia grandiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a pot plant indoors. It is also used medicinally to treat fever, malaria, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mechowia grandiflora is a small yellow-green flower with a single petal. The seed is small, oval-shaped, and brown in color. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mechowia grandiflora is a tropical perennial shrub that is native to Central and South America. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 25°F (-4°C). It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Mechowia grandiflora

Mechowia grandiflora is native to tropical Africa.

Mechowia grandiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mechowia grandiflora?

Mechowia grandiflora

What is the family of Mechowia grandiflora?

Asteraceae

Where is Mechowia grandiflora native to?

Africa

Species in the Mechowia genus

Species in the Amaranthaceae family

Achyranthes arborescens, Achyranthes aspera, Achyranthes bidentata, Achyranthes diandra, Achyranthes fasciculata, Achyranthes mangarevica, Achyranthes marchionica, Achyranthes margaretarum, Achyranthes mutica, Achyranthes splendens, Achyranthes talbotii, Achyranthes shahii, Achyropsis avicularis, Achyropsis filifolia, Achyropsis fruticulosa, Achyropsis gracilis, Achyropsis laniceps, Achyropsis leptostachya, Acroglochin obtusifolia, Acroglochin persicarioides, Aerva artemisioides, Aerva caudata, Aerva congesta, Aerva coriacea, Aerva edulis, Aerva glabrata, Aerva humbertii, Aerva javanica, Aerva lanata, Aerva leucura, Aerva madagassica, Aerva microphylla, Aerva monsonia, Aerva radicans, Aerva revoluta, Aerva sanguinolenta, Aerva timorensis, Aerva triangularifolia, Aerva villosa, Aerva wightii, Agathophora alopecuroides, Agriophyllum lateriflorum, Agriophyllum latifolium, Agriophyllum minus, Agriophyllum montasirii, Agriophyllum paletzkianum, Agriophyllum squarrosum, Allenrolfea occidentalis, Allenrolfea patagonica, Allenrolfea vaginata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2364924: Based on the initial data import
Hans Schinz (1858-1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schinz' in the authors string.