Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Genus:
Species:
wollastonii
ID:
817154

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lowe

Source:
wcs

Year:
1856

Citation Micro:
Hooker's J. Bot. Kew Gard. Misc. 8: 298 (1856)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000816488



Common Names

  • Wollastonii Musschia
  • Wollastonii Musschia
  • Wollastonii Musschia


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Description

Musschia wollastonii (also called Wollaston's Musschia, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to the Canary Islands. It has glossy, dark green leaves and small white flowers. It is commonly found in gardens and parks, and can also be found in woodlands and hedgerows.

Uses & Benefits

Musschia wollastonii is used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomach aches. It is also used as a dye for fabrics and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Musschia wollastonii is a small, yellow-greenish flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have five petals.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Musschia wollastonii is a terrestrial orchid native to Central and South America. It prefers a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. The soil should be kept moist but not soggy, and the plant should be fertilized regularly during the growing season. Propagation is best done through division of the rhizomes.

Where to Find Musschia wollastonii

Musschia wollastonii is native to South America and can be found in the Amazon rainforest.

Musschia wollastonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Musschia wollastonii?

Musschia wollastonii

What is the natural habitat of Musschia wollastonii?

Rainforests of South America

What are the common uses of Musschia wollastonii?

Traditional medicine, ornamental plant

Species in the Musschia genus

Species in the Campanulaceae family

Adenophora amurica, Adenophora brevidiscifera, Adenophora capillaris, Adenophora changaica, Adenophora coelestis, Adenophora contracta, Adenophora cordifolia, Adenophora divaricata, Adenophora elata, Adenophora fusifolia, Adenophora gmelinii, Adenophora golubinzevaeana, Adenophora grandiflora, Adenophora hatsushimae, Adenophora himalayana, Adenophora hubeiensis, Adenophora izuensis, Adenophora jacutica, Adenophora jasionifolia, Adenophora khasiana, Adenophora lamarkii, Adenophora liliifolia, Adenophora liliifolioides, Adenophora lobophylla, Adenophora longipedicellata, Adenophora maximowicziana, Adenophora micrantha, Adenophora morrisonensis, Adenophora nikoensis, Adenophora ningxianica, Adenophora palustris, Adenophora pereskiifolia, Adenophora petiolata, Adenophora pinifolia, Adenophora polyantha, Adenophora potaninii, Adenophora probatovae, Adenophora remotidens, Adenophora remotiflora, Adenophora rupestris, Adenophora rupincola, Adenophora sinensis, Adenophora stenanthina, Adenophora stenophylla, Adenophora stricta, Adenophora sublata, Adenophora takedai, Adenophora tashiroi, Adenophora taurica, Adenophora trachelioides,

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