Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
alenicola
ID:
1553416

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.M.Phillips

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2019

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 74(4)-71: 18 (2019)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000033196



Common Names

  • Mesanthemum alenicola
  • Mesanthemum Alenicola
  • Mesanthemum Alenicol


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Description

Mesanthemum alenicola (also called Alenicola Mesanthemum, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Central and South America. It has small, ovate leaves and its flowers are white or pink. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Mesanthemum alenicola is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It can also be used as a medicinal plant to treat respiratory disorders and to reduce inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mesanthemum alenicola is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mesanthemum alenicola is a perennial herbaceous plant that is cultivated in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is done by division of the clumps in spring or by seed sown in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Mesanthemum alenicola

Mesanthemum alenicola can be found in tropical forests in Central and South America.

Mesanthemum alenicola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mesanthemum alenicola?

Mesanthemum alenicola

What is the common name of Mesanthemum alenicola?

Alenicol's mesanthemum

Where is Mesanthemum alenicola found?

South Africa

Species in the Eriocaulaceae family

Comanthera kegeliana, Comanthera harleyi, Comanthera euschemus, Comanthera elegantula, Comanthera elegans, Comanthera dealbata, Comanthera curralensis, Comanthera brasiliana, Comanthera bisulcata, Comanthera bahiensis, Comanthera aurifibrata, Comanthera aciphylla, Comanthera hatschbachii, Comanthera xeranthemoides, Comanthera caespitosa, Comanthera centauroides, Comanthera reflexa, Comanthera jenmanii, Comanthera floccosa, Comanthera circinnata, Comanthera cipoensis, Comanthera giuliettiae, Comanthera suberosa, Comanthera ruprechtiana, Comanthera paepalophylla, Comanthera nivea, Comanthera nitida, Comanthera magnifica, Comanthera imbricata, Comanthera mucugensis, Comanthera lanosa, Comanthera retroflexa, Comanthera pignalii, Comanthera brunnea, Comanthera dimera, Comanthera angustifolia, Comanthera tricostata, Comanthera borbae, Eriocaulon abyssinicum, Eriocaulon achiton, Eriocaulon acutibracteatum, Eriocaulon acutifolium, Eriocaulon adamesii, Eriocaulon aethiopicum, Eriocaulon africanum, Eriocaulon afzelianum, Eriocaulon albocapitatum, Eriocaulon alleizettei, Eriocaulon alpestre, Eriocaulon alpinum,

References

POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77202344-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.