Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
valerabella
ID:
1411337

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Iltis, T.Ruíz & G.S.Bunting) Christenh. & Byng

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 0.265277778. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001423802



Common Names

  • Morisonia Valerabella
  • Morisonia Valerabell
  • Morisonia Valerabell's


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Description

Morisonia valerabella (also called Valerabella Osmanthus, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Mexico and Central America. It has long, thin leaves and small, yellow flowers. It grows in dry, rocky areas and can be found in woodlands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Morisonia valerabella is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Morisonia valerabella is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green with a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Morisonia valerabella is a shrub that grows in tropical climates. It can be propagated from cuttings or from seed. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Once established, the plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Morisonia valerabella

Morisonia valerabella is native to South America and can be found in Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina.

Morisonia valerabella FAQ

What is the scientific name of Morisonia valerabella?

Morisonia valerabella

What is the common name of Morisonia valerabella?

Valerabella

What is the natural habitat of Morisonia valerabella?

Tropical forests of Central and South America

Species in the Morisonia genus

Morisonia multiflora, Morisonia americana, Morisonia flexuosa, Morisonia oblongifolia, Morisonia salicifolia, Morisonia asperifolia, Morisonia tafallana, Morisonia tenuisiliqua, Morisonia frondosa, Morisonia domingensis, Morisonia mirifica, Morisonia lundellii, Morisonia peruviana, Morisonia elegans, Morisonia tarapotensis, Morisonia dolichopoda, Morisonia tweedieana, Morisonia ecuadorica, Morisonia urbani, Morisonia coimbrana, Morisonia ferruginea, Morisonia sprucei, Morisonia yunckeri, Morisonia singularis, Morisonia mollicella, Morisonia hastata, Morisonia odoratissmia, Morisonia pulcherrima, Morisonia humilis, Morisonia nemorosa, Morisonia crotonoides, Morisonia pittieri, Morisonia matogrossensis, Morisonia heydeana, Morisonia yco, Morisonia atamisquea, Morisonia cuatrecasasiana, Morisonia sessilis, Morisonia incana, Morisonia speciosa, Morisonia valerabella, Morisonia calciphila, Morisonia dressleri, Morisonia polyantha, Morisonia lineata, Morisonia stenopetala, Morisonia tuxtlensis, Morisonia petiolaris, Morisonia paradoxa, Morisonia martiana,

Species in the Capparaceae family

Acome micrantha, Bachmannia woodii, Beautempsia avicenniifolia, Boscia albitrunca, Boscia arabica, Boscia cauliflora, Boscia coriacea, Boscia fadeniorum, Boscia foetida, Boscia gossweileri, Boscia kalachariensis, Boscia keniensis, Boscia longifolia, Boscia madagascariensis, Boscia matabelensis, Boscia mazzocchii, Boscia microphylla, Boscia minimifolia, Boscia mossambicensis, Boscia oleoides, Boscia pestalozziana, Boscia plantefolii, Boscia polyantha, Boscia praecox, Boscia pruinosa, Boscia puberula, Boscia rotundifolia, Boscia salicifolia, Boscia senegalensis, Boscia tomentosa, Boscia urens, Boscia welwitschii, Boscia albitrunca, Boscia integrifolia, Buchholzia coriacea, Buchholzia tholloniana, Cadaba aphylla, Cadaba baccarinii, Cadaba barbigera, Cadaba benguellensis, Cadaba capparoides, Cadaba carneoviridis, Cadaba divaricata, Cadaba farinosa, Cadaba fruticosa, Cadaba gillettii, Cadaba glaberrima, Cadaba glandulosa, Cadaba insularis, Cadaba kassasii,

References

Maarten J.M. Christenhusz (b.1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Christenh.' in the authors string.
Hugh Iltis (1925-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Iltis' in the authors string.
George Sydney Bunting (1927-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.S.Bunting' in the authors string.
Thirza Ruiz (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.Ruíz' in the authors string.
James W. Byng: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Byng' in the authors string.