Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
discolor
ID:
1306086

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Baker) G.Sancho

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 147(1): 31 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001318540



Common Names

  • Moquiniastrum discolor
  • Discolored Moquiniastrum
  • Discolor Moquiniastrum


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Description

Moquiniastrum discolor (also called Discolor Moquiniastrum, among many other common names) is a small, herbaceous, perennial plant native to tropical regions of South America. It is found in humid, shady forests, often near streams and waterfalls.

Uses & Benefits

Moquiniastrum discolor is used as an ornamental plant, for its attractive foliage. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, such as fever, malaria, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Moquiniastrum discolor has small, white flowers with yellow throats. The seeds are small, black and oblong, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Moquiniastrum discolor is a small, evergreen, perennial herb that is native to the Atlantic Forest biome of Brazil. It is best grown in a moist, well-drained soil in a partially shaded position. Propagation is by division or by seed.

Where to Find Moquiniastrum discolor

Moquiniastrum discolor is found in the Atlantic rainforest of Brazil.

Moquiniastrum discolor FAQ

What is the scientific name of Moquiniastrum discolor?

Moquiniastrum discolor

What is the common name of Moquiniastrum discolor?

Discolor

Where does Moquiniastrum discolor grow?

It is native to Brazil

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

John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
Gisela Sancho: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Sancho' in the authors string.