Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
angustitepalum
ID:
472146

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kimp.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Fragm. Florist. Geobot. 39: 149 (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000471478



Common Names

  • Mesanthemum angustitepalum
  • Angustitepalum Mesanthemum
  • Angustitepalum's Mesanthemum


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Description

Mesanthemum angustitepalum (also called Narrow-petalled Mesanthemum, among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub native to Africa. It has a single trunk and a broad, rounded crown. Its leaves are ovate to lanceolate, with a pointed tip and serrated edges. It is found in open woodlands, forest edges, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Mesanthemum angustitepalum is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and digestive issues. It is also used as an anti-inflammatory and to reduce stress.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mesanthemum angustitepalum has white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mesanthemum angustitepalum is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 2 m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil mix.

Where to Find Mesanthemum angustitepalum

Mesanthemum angustitepalum is native to tropical Africa and can be found in moist forests and along streams.

Mesanthemum angustitepalum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mesanthemum angustitepalum?

Mesanthemum angustitepalum

What are the common names of Mesanthemum angustitepalum?

Narrow-leaved Mesanthemum, Narrow-leaved Mesanthemum Tree

What is the natural habitat of Mesanthemum angustitepalum?

Tropical and subtropical forests

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

Victor Kimpouni: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kimp.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:979587-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.