Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
acuminata
ID:
14458

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ruiz & Pav.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1798

Citation Micro:
Syst. Veg. Fl. Peruv. Chil. 1: 192 (-193) (1798)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000013787



Common Names

  • Mutisia acuminata
  • Coyotillo
  • Coyotillo de montaña


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Description

Mutisia acuminata (also called Acuminate Mutisia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with dark green leaves and small white flowers. It is native to the tropical regions of South and Central America and is found in moist forests and along riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Mutisia acuminata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin ailments and as a food source for livestock.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Mutisia acuminata var. hirsuta (Meyen) Cabrera
Mutisia acuminata var. paucijuga (Griseb.) Cabrera
Mutisia acuminata var. bicolor Cabrera

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mutisia acuminata is a yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small, with thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mutisia acuminata is a perennial plant native to South America. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is usually done by division of the clumps in early spring or by seed. Seeds should be sown in autumn or spring in a cold frame.

Where to Find Mutisia acuminata

Mutisia acuminata is native to the mountains of central and southern Europe.

Mutisia acuminata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mutisia acuminata?

Mutisia acuminata

What is the common name of Mutisia acuminata?

Acuminate Mutisia

What is the habitat of Mutisia acuminata?

It is found in dry grasslands, open woodlands, and scrublands

Species in the Mutisia genus

Mutisia subspinosa, Mutisia araucana, Mutisia cochabambensis, Mutisia speciosa, Mutisia splendens, Mutisia linearifolia, Mutisia comptoniaefolia, Mutisia arequipensis, Mutisia kurtzii, Mutisia grandiflora, Mutisia hamata, Mutisia acuminata, Mutisia mandoniana, Mutisia mathewsii, Mutisia orbignyana, Mutisia tridens, Mutisia rimbachii, Mutisia vicia, Mutisia macrophylla, Mutisia intermedia, Mutisia retrorsa, Mutisia stuebelii, Mutisia decurrens, Mutisia sodiroi, Mutisia ledifolia, Mutisia glabrata, Mutisia homoeantha, Mutisia friesiana, Mutisia ilicifolia, Mutisia microneura, Mutisia rosea, Mutisia sinuata, Mutisia venusta, Mutisia oligodon, Mutisia brachyantha, Mutisia comptoniifolia, Mutisia vicia, Mutisia microcephala, Mutisia microphylla, Mutisia wurdackii, Mutisia linifolia, Mutisia cana, Mutisia latifolia, Mutisia lutzii, Mutisia clematis, Mutisia ilicifolia, Mutisia magnifica, Mutisia acerosa, Mutisia spectabilis, Mutisia campanulata,

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-113335: Based on the initial data import
Hipólito Ruiz López (1754-1816): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ruiz' in the authors string.
José Antonio Pavón (1754-1840): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pav.' in the authors string.