Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
maculata
ID:
1248451

Status:
valid

Authors:
Chatrou & Welzenis

Source:
tro

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Changing Genera : 168 (1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001247789



Common Names

  • Mosannona maculata
  • Maculata Mosannona
  • Mosannona Maculata


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Description

Mosannona maculata (also called Spotted Mosannona, among many other common names) is a small shrub with oval-shaped leaves and white flowers. It is native to the Caribbean and grows in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Mosannona maculata is used as an ornamental plant in aquariums and is also used to treat fever, rheumatism, and malaria.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mosannona maculata is a small, yellow, and has five petals. The seed is a small, round, yellow-brown, and has a single seed inside. The seedlings are small, round, and yellow-green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mosannona maculata is an annual herb that prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed. Seeds should be sown directly into the garden in the spring.

Where to Find Mosannona maculata

Mosannona maculata is found in Mexico and Central America.

Mosannona maculata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mosannona maculata?

Mosannona maculata

What is the common name of Mosannona maculata?

Spotted Mosannona

What type of environment does Mosannona maculata prefer?

Mosannona maculata prefers warm, dry climates.

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

Laurentius Willem Chatrou (b.1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chatrou' in the authors string.
Taco van Welzenis: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Welzenis' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:318312-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.