Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
coccinea
ID:
90066

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.St.-Hil.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1833

Citation Micro:
Voy. Distr. Diam. 1: 386 (1833)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000089395



Common Names

  • Crimson Mutisia
  • Mutisia Coccinea
  • Red Mutisia


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Synonyms

  • Mutisia hypoleuca Mart. & Zucc. ex Baker [unknown]
  • Mutisia dealbata dealbata [unknown]
  • Mutisia speciosa speciosa [unknown]
  • Mutisia coccinea coccinea [unknown]
  • Mutisia speciosa alborufescens A.St.-Hil. [unknown]

Description

Mutisia coccinea (also called Scarlet Mutisia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant of the Asteraceae family. It is native to Europe, Asia, and North America. It typically grows in meadows, pastures, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Mutisia coccinea is a flowering plant native to South America. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin conditions.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Mutisia coccinea var. dealbata (Less.) Cabrera

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Mutisia coccinea flower is a bright orange-red and has five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mutisia coccinea is a perennial herb that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division in spring or autumn. Seeds can also be sown in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Mutisia coccinea

Mutisia coccinea is native to the Andes mountains in South America. It can be found in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Mutisia coccinea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mutisia coccinea?

Mutisia coccinea

What is the common name of Mutisia coccinea?

Scarlet Mutisia

What type of plant is Mutisia coccinea?

Herbaceous perennial

Where is Mutisia coccinea found?

South America

What is the growth habit of Mutisia coccinea?

Climbing

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-45705: Based on the initial data import
Augustin Saint-Hilaire (1779-1853): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.St.-Hil.' in the authors string.