Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
latifolia
ID:
131823

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Gardner) Cabrera

Source:
gcc

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Darwiniana 16(1-2): 411 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000131152



Common Names

  • Melanthera Latifolia
  • Broadleaf Melanthera
  • Broadleaf Daisy


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Description

Melanthera latifolia (also called Broadleaf Melanthera, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to the Caribbean region. It is a small, bushy plant with white flower heads and dark green foliage. It grows in dry, rocky areas and prefers sunny climates.

Uses & Benefits

Melanthera latifolia is used as an ornamental plant, for its attractive foliage, and as a medicinal plant for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Melanthera latifolia has small yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have a pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Melanthera latifolia is an evergreen perennial that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. When propagating from seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist. When propagating from cuttings, take cuttings from the tips of the stems and place them in a moist soil mix. Keep the soil moist and the cuttings should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Melanthera latifolia

Melanthera latifolia can be found in Mexico and Central America.

Melanthera latifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Melanthera latifolia?

Melanthera latifolia

What type of plant is Melanthera latifolia?

A herb

Where is Melanthera latifolia found?

It is found in the tropical and subtropical regions of the world

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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-92027: Based on the initial data import
Ángel Lulio Cabrera (1908-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cabrera' in the authors string.
George Gardner (1812-1849): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gardner' in the authors string.