Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Species:
saltaense
ID:
1326574

Status:
valid

Authors:
Al-Shehbaz

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Harvard Pap. Bot. 17: 6 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001339028



Common Names

  • Mostacillastrum Saltaense
  • Saltaense Mostacillastrum
  • Saltaense Fern


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Description

Mostacillastrum saltaense (also called Salta Mostacillastrum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to Bolivia and Argentina, and it grows in montane forests. It has ovate leaves and yellowish-white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Mostacillastrum saltaense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It has attractive foliage and flowers that make it a popular choice for landscaping. It is also known to be a good air purifier and helps to reduce indoor air pollution.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mostacillastrum saltaense is small, yellow-green in color and has five petals. The seed is a small, black, oblong-shaped capsule. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mostacillastrum saltaense is an herbaceous perennial that can reach up to 1m in height. It is propagated by seed or division of the root crown. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. It is tolerant of frost and can be grown in a wide range of climates.

Where to Find Mostacillastrum saltaense

Mostacillastrum saltaense is native to South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Mostacillastrum saltaense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mostacillastrum saltaense?

Mostacillastrum saltaense

What is the natural habitat of Mostacillastrum saltaense?

Tropical rainforests

What is the flowering season of Mostacillastrum saltaense?

Late spring to early summer

Species in the Mostacillastrum genus

Mostacillastrum andinum, Mostacillastrum dianthoides, Mostacillastrum leptocarpum, Mostacillastrum hunzikeri, Mostacillastrum haitiense, Mostacillastrum arcuatum, Mostacillastrum purpusii, Mostacillastrum vaseyi, Mostacillastrum versicolor, Mostacillastrum stenophyllum, Mostacillastrum ameghinoi, Mostacillastrum carolinense, Mostacillastrum commune, Mostacillastrum ferreyrae, Mostacillastrum gracile, Mostacillastrum morrisonii, Mostacillastrum oleraceum, Mostacillastrum orbignyanum, Mostacillastrum pectinifolium, Mostacillastrum subscandens, Mostacillastrum ventanense, Mostacillastrum weberbaueri, Mostacillastrum ekmanii, Mostacillastrum incisum, Mostacillastrum longipes, Mostacillastrum pandurifolium, Mostacillastrum retrofractum, Mostacillastrum saltaense, Mostacillastrum subauriculatum, Mostacillastrum gracielae, Mostacillastrum volckmannii,

Species in the Brassicaceae family

Abdra brachycarpa, Abdra aprica, Acuston perenne, Aethionema rhodopaeum, Aethionema alanyae, Aethionema arabicum, Aethionema armenum, Aethionema capitatum, Aethionema carlsbergii, Aethionema carneum, Aethionema cephalanthum, Aethionema cordatum, Aethionema coridifolium, Aethionema demirizii, Aethionema diastrophis, Aethionema dumanii, Aethionema edentulum, Aethionema eunomioides, Aethionema fimbriatum, Aethionema froedinii, Aethionema gileadense, Aethionema glaucinum, Aethionema grandiflorum, Aethionema heterocarpum, Aethionema heterophyllum, Aethionema huber-morathii, Aethionema karamanicum, Aethionema lepidioides, Aethionema levandowskyi, Aethionema lycium, Aethionema marashicum, Aethionema membranaceum, Aethionema munzurense, Aethionema orbiculatum, Aethionema papillosum, Aethionema retsina, Aethionema saxatile, Aethionema schistosum, Aethionema semnanensis, Aethionema speciosum, Aethionema spicatum, Aethionema stylosum, Aethionema subulatum, Aethionema syriacum, Aethionema thesiifolium, Aethionema thomasianum, Aethionema transhyrcanum, Aethionema turcicum, Aethionema umbellatum, Aethionema virgatum,

References

Ihsan Ali Al-Shehbaz (b.1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Al-Shehbaz' in the authors string.