Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
guatemalensis
ID:
1251726

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lundell) Chatrou

Source:
tro

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Changing Genera : 166 (1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001251064



Common Names

  • Guatemalensis Mosannona
  • Mosannona Guatemalensis
  • Guatemalensis Mosannona


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Description

Mosannona guatemalensis (also called Guatemalan mosannona, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to Central and South America. It has small, white flowers and grows in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Mosannona guatemalensis is used as an ornamental plant, for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mosannona guatemalensis is white and has five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mosannona guatemalensis is a slow-growing evergreen shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination. Once established, the plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Mosannona guatemalensis

Mosannona guatemalensis can be found in Guatemala.

Mosannona guatemalensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mosannona guatemalensis?

Mosannona guatemalensis

What is the natural habitat of Mosannona guatemalensis?

Tropical and subtropical moist montane forests

What are the common names of Mosannona guatemalensis?

Guatemalan false malmea, Guatemalan false malmea

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

Cyrus Longworth Lundell (1907-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lundell' in the authors string.
Laurentius Willem Chatrou (b.1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chatrou' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:1003581-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.