Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
speciosa
ID:
5340

Status:
valid

Authors:
Aiton ex Hook.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1827

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. 54: t. 2705 (1827)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000004669



Common Names

  • Mutisia speciosa
  • Speciosa Mutisia
  • Showy Mutisia


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Synonyms

  • Mutisia caryophyllata Vell. [unknown]
  • Mutisia speciosa speciosa [unknown]
  • Mutisia arachnoidea Mart. ex D.Don [unknown]

Description

Mutisia speciosa (also called Chilean Bellflower, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 3 m tall. It is native to Chile and is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands. Its leaves are lanceolate and toothed, and its flowers are white and clustered in heads.

Uses & Benefits

Mutisia speciosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a cut flower. It is known to attract bees and other pollinators, making it a great addition to any garden. It is also known to have medicinal properties, such as being used to treat inflammation and pain.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mutisia speciosa is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, oval-shaped seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mutisia speciosa is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in a variety of soil types, but it is best to use a soil that is slightly alkaline. It is important to keep the soil moist, but not wet. It is best to water the plant deeply and infrequently. It is also important to fertilize the plant regularly to promote healthy growth.

Where to Find Mutisia speciosa

Mutisia speciosa is native to Chile and can be found in the coastal areas of the country.

Mutisia speciosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mutisia speciosa?

Mutisia speciosa

What is the common name of Mutisia speciosa?

Showy Mutisia

What type of plant is Mutisia speciosa?

Herbaceous perennial

What is the natural habitat of Mutisia speciosa?

Grassy places, roadsides, and disturbed areas

What is the flowering season of Mutisia speciosa?

Summer

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

William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
William Aiton (1731-1793): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aiton' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:315585-2: Based on the initial data import