Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
repens
ID:
242589

Status:
valid

Authors:
Miers

Source:
wcs

Year:
1878

Citation Micro:
Apocyn. S. Amer. : 229 (1878)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000241921



Common Names

  • Mesechites repens
  • Repens Mesechites
  • Repens Bush


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Synonyms

  • Echites repens Jacq. [unknown]

Description

Mesechites repens (also called Creeping mesechites, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Chile. It has a single stem and small, narrow, leathery leaves. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in a sunny or partially shaded position. It is found in montane forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Mesechites repens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, skin ailments, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mesechites repens has small, yellow flowers that are arranged in clusters at the end of the stem. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves that are arranged in pairs on the stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mesechites repens is a perennial herbaceous plant that prefers well-drained, moist soil in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is best achieved through division of the root clump or by seed. Seeds should be sown in a cold frame in the spring and the seedlings transplanted when large enough to handle.

Where to Find Mesechites repens

Mesechites repens can be found in tropical rainforests in Central and South America.

Mesechites repens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mesechites repens?

Mesechites repens

What is the natural habitat of Mesechites repens?

Tropical forests of Central and South America

What are the common names of Mesechites repens?

Repens False Palm, False Palm

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-125920: Based on the initial data import
John Miers (1789-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Miers' in the authors string.