Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
mutica
ID:
1318114

Status:
valid

Authors:
(DC.) Mesfin, D.J.Crawford & Pruski

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Phytoneuron 2015-68: 7 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001330568



Common Names

  • Electranthera mutica
  • Mutica Waterweed
  • Mutica Pondweed


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Description

Electranthera mutica (also called Muticous Electranthera, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Acanthaceae. It is native to India and is found in moist, montane grasslands. It is an annual herb that grows up to 0.5 m tall and has white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Electranthera mutica is used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments, including fever, cough, and colds. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Electranthera mutica var. carnosifolia (D.J.Crawford) Mesfin, D.J.Crawford & Pruski
Electranthera mutica var. guerreroana (B.L.Turner) Mesfin, D.J.Crawford & Pruski
Electranthera mutica var. holotricha (S.F.Blake) Mesfin, D.J.Crawford & Pruski
Electranthera mutica var. leptomera (Sherff) Mesfin, D.J.Crawford & Pruski
Electranthera mutica var. mexicana (DC.) Mesfin, D.J.Crawford & Pruski
Electranthera mutica var. miahuatlana (B.L.Turner) Mesfin, D.J.Crawford & Pruski
Electranthera mutica var. microcephala (D.J.Crawford) Mesfin, D.J.Crawford & Pruski
Electranthera mutica var. multiligulata (D.J.Crawford) Mesfin, D.J.Crawford & Pruski
Electranthera mutica var. subvillosa (DC.) Mesfin, D.J.Crawford & Pruski

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Electranthera mutica is a small, white or pinkish-purple bloom with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, oblong nutlet. The seedlings are small, with narrow, linear leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Electranthera mutica is a species of shrub native to South America. It is easily propagated from cuttings. Take cuttings from the tips of the branches in late spring or early summer. Dip the cuttings in rooting hormone and plant them in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. Water regularly and keep the soil moist. Fertilize the plants every two weeks with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Electranthera mutica

Electranthera mutica can be found in the tropical forests of Colombia.

Electranthera mutica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Electranthera mutica?

Electranthera mutica

What is the common name of Electranthera mutica?

Mute Electranthera

Where is Electranthera mutica found?

Electranthera mutica is found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
John Francis Pruski (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pruski' in the authors string.
Mesfin Tadesse (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mesfin' in the authors string.
Daniel J. Crawford (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.J.Crawford' in the authors string.