Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
umbellata
ID:
373131

Status:
valid

Authors:
Becc.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1871

Citation Micro:
Nuovo Giorn. Bot. Ital. 3: 187 (1871)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000372463



Common Names

  • Mezzettia umbellata
  • Umbellate Mezzettia
  • Fragrant Mezzettia


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Description

Mezzettia umbellata (also called 'Umbellate Mezzettia', among many other common names) is a shrub native to Southeast Asia. It has a spreading habit and grows up to 2 meters tall. It prefers humid climates and is found in lowland forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Mezzettia umbellata is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, colds, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mezzettia umbellata is white and bell-shaped. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and have a single, long stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mezzettia umbellata is a tropical perennial shrub that can be propagated from stem cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. Prune regularly to encourage new growth and flowering.

Where to Find Mezzettia umbellata

Mezzettia umbellata is native to tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Mezzettia umbellata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mezzettia umbellata?

Mezzettia umbellata

What is the natural habitat of Mezzettia umbellata?

It is found in tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia.

What is the average size of Mezzettia umbellata?

It is a small tree, usually reaching a height of 8-10 m.

Species in the Annonaceae family

Afroguatteria bequaertii, Afroguatteria globosa, Afroguatteria discostigma, Alphonsea boniana, Alphonsea curtisii, Alphonsea cylindrica, Alphonsea elliptica, Alphonsea gaudichaudiana, Alphonsea hainanensis, Alphonsea havilandii, Alphonsea hortensis, Alphonsea javanica, Alphonsea johorensis, Alphonsea keithii, Alphonsea kinabaluensis, Alphonsea kingii, Alphonsea lucida, Alphonsea lutea, Alphonsea maingayi, Alphonsea malayana, Alphonsea mollis, Alphonsea monogyna, Alphonsea orthopetala, Alphonsea ovata, Alphonsea papuasica, Alphonsea philastreana, Alphonsea siamensis, Alphonsea sonlaensis, Alphonsea stenogyna, Alphonsea tonquinensis, Alphonsea tsangyanensis, Alphonsea ventricosa, Alphonsea zeylanica, Alphonsea borneensis, Alphonsea rugosa, Alphonsea glandulosa, Alphonsea pallida, Alphonsea annulata, Alphonsea isthmicola, Alphonsea longicarpa, Alphonsea phuwuaensis, Ambavia capuronii, Ambavia gerrardii, Anaxagorea acuminata, Anaxagorea allenii, Anaxagorea angustifolia, Anaxagorea borneensis, Anaxagorea brachycarpa, Anaxagorea brevipedicellata, Anaxagorea brevipes,

References

Odoardo Beccari (1843-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Becc.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:73912-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.