Bergia mossambicensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mossambicensis
ID:
564995
Status:
valid
Authors:
Wild
Source:
cmp
Year:
1957
Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Brot. , sér. 2, 31: 93 (1957)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000564327
Common Names
- Mossambicensis Bergia
- Mossambic Bergia
- Bergia Mossambicensis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Bergia mossambicensis (also called Mozambique Bergia, among many other common names) is an aquatic plant species native to South Africa. It has a rosette habit and grows up to 0.5 m tall. It is found in shallow water and in marshes.
Uses & Benefits
Bergia mossambicensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomach ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Bergia mossambicensis flower is a white or pinkish-white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, kidney-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Bergia mossambicensis is a small aquatic plant native to tropical Africa. It can be grown in a pond or aquarium, in a nutrient-rich substrate. It prefers bright, indirect light and high humidity. Propagation is done by division or by seed.
Where to Find Bergia mossambicensis
Bergia mossambicensis is native to the Mediterranean region.
Bergia mossambicensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bergia mossambicensis?
Bergia mossambicensis
What is the common name of Bergia mossambicensis?
Mossambicensis Bergia
What is the natural habitat of Bergia mossambicensis?
It is found in Mozambique, growing in sandy soils
Species in the Bergia genus
Bergia aestivosa, Bergia ammannioides, Bergia anagalloides, Bergia arenaroides, Bergia auriculata, Bergia barklyana, Bergia capensis, Bergia decumbens, Bergia diacheiron, Bergia erecta, Bergia glomerata, Bergia glutinosa, Bergia guineensis, Bergia henshallii, Bergia mairei, Bergia mossambicensis, Bergia occultipetala, Bergia pedicellaris, Bergia pentheriana, Bergia perennis, Bergia polyantha, Bergia pusilla, Bergia salaria, Bergia serrata, Bergia sessiliflora, Bergia spathulata, Bergia suffruticosa, Bergia texana, Bergia trimera, Bergia anagalloides, Bergia ammannioides,
Species in the Elatinaceae family
Bergia aestivosa, Bergia ammannioides, Bergia anagalloides, Bergia arenaroides, Bergia auriculata, Bergia barklyana, Bergia capensis, Bergia decumbens, Bergia diacheiron, Bergia erecta, Bergia glomerata, Bergia glutinosa, Bergia guineensis, Bergia henshallii, Bergia mairei, Bergia mossambicensis, Bergia occultipetala, Bergia pedicellaris, Bergia pentheriana, Bergia perennis, Bergia polyantha, Bergia pusilla, Bergia salaria, Bergia serrata, Bergia sessiliflora, Bergia spathulata, Bergia suffruticosa, Bergia texana, Bergia trimera, Bergia anagalloides, Bergia ammannioides, Elatine ojibwayensis, Elatine alsinastrum, Elatine ambigua, Elatine americana, Elatine brachysperma, Elatine brochonii, Elatine californica, Elatine camphylosperma, Elatine chilensis, Elatine ecuadoriensis, Elatine fassettiana, Elatine fauquei, Elatine glaziovii, Elatine gratioloides, Elatine heterandra, Elatine hexandra, Elatine hungarica, Elatine hydropiper, Elatine lindbergii,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2674907: Based on the initial data import
Hiram Wild (1917-1982): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wild' in the authors string.