Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rosea
ID:
42080

Status:
valid

Authors:
Poepp. ex Less.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1832

Citation Micro:
Syn. Gen. Compos. : 106 (1832)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000041409



Common Names

  • Mutisia rosea
  • Rose Mutisia
  • Mutisia
  • Rose


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Description

Mutisia rosea (also called Rose Mutisia, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to the Andes Mountains in South America. It has bright green leaves and small, pink, bell-shaped flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas and can be found in the highlands of Peru, Bolivia, and Argentina.

Uses & Benefits

Mutisia rosea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mutisia rosea is a white or pink daisy with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small, with a single, narrow, pointed leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mutisia rosea is a perennial herb that grows up to 1m tall. It is native to South America and is hardy in USDA zones 8-10. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or summer. The seedlings should be planted in a well-draining potting mix and kept in a warm, bright location.

Where to Find Mutisia rosea

Mutisia rosea is found in Chile and Argentina.

Mutisia rosea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mutisia rosea?

Mutisia rosea

What is the common name of Mutisia rosea?

Rose Mutisia

What is the natural habitat of Mutisia rosea?

It is native to Chile and Argentina.

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-140044: Based on the initial data import
Christian Friedrich Lessing (1809-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Less.' in the authors string.
Eduard Friedrich Poeppig (1798-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Poepp.' in the authors string.