Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
luteovirens
ID:
1412466

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Mart.-Azorín, M.Pinter & Wetschnig) J.C.Manning

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Bothalia 47(1)-a2252: 2. 2017 [12 Sep 2017] [epublished]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001424931



Common Names

  • Massonia Luteovirens
  • Luteovirens Massonia
  • Massonia Luteovirens


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Description

Massonia luteovirens (also called Luteovirens Massonia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, up to 10 m tall, with a trunk up to 20 cm in diameter. It is native to Central America (Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua and Panama) and is found in humid and wet forests, from sea level to 1,200 m altitude.

Uses & Benefits

Massonia luteovirens is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, colds, and stomach pain. It is also used as a flavoring agent in food and drinks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Massonia luteovirens has yellow flowers with yellowish anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Massonia luteovirens is a shrub or small tree, up to 5 m tall. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of healthy branches and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Once established, the plants should be kept in a sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Massonia luteovirens

Massonia luteovirens is found in the Andes Mountains of Peru and Bolivia.

Massonia luteovirens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Massonia luteovirens?

Massonia luteovirens

What is the common name of Massonia luteovirens?

Yellow-green Massonia

What is the natural habitat of Massonia luteovirens?

Massonia luteovirens is found in the grasslands and savannas of South Africa.

Species in the Asparagaceae family

Acanthocarpus canaliculatus, Acanthocarpus humilis, Acanthocarpus parviflorus, Acanthocarpus preissii, Acanthocarpus robustus, Acanthocarpus rupestris, Acanthocarpus verticillatus, Agave acicularis, Agave acklinicola, Agave ajoensis, Agave aktites, Agave albescens, Agave albomarginata, Agave americana, Agave angustiarum, Agave angustifolia, Agave anomala, Agave antillarum, Agave apedicellata, Agave applanata, Agave arizonica, Agave arubensis, Agave asperrima, Agave atrovirens, Agave attenuata, Agave aurea, Agave avellanidens, Agave bahamana, Agave bicolor, Agave boldinghiana, Agave bovicornuta, Agave braceana, Agave bracteosa, Agave brevipetala, Agave brevispina, Agave brittoniana, Agave brunnea, Agave bulliana, Agave cacozela, Agave cajalbanensis, Agave calodonta, Agave capensis, Agave caribaeicola, Agave cerulata, Agave chamelensis, Agave chiapensis, Agave chrysantha, Agave chrysoglossa, Agave cocui, Agave collina,

References

John C. Manning (b.1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.C.Manning' in the authors string.
Wolfgang Wetschnig (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wetschnig' in the authors string.
Mario Martínez-Azorín (b.1979): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mart.-Azorín' in the authors string.
Michael Pinter: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Pinter' in the authors string.