Microstachys anisodonta - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
anisodonta
ID:
1415810
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Müll.Arg.) M.J.Silva
Source:
wcvp
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
Rodriguésia 69(2): 447. 2018
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001428275
Common Names
- Microstachys anisodonta
- Anisodonta Microstachys
- Anisodonta Microstachys
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Microstachys anisodonta (also called 'Anisodont Microstachys', among many other common names) is a small shrub with narrow, willow-like leaves and small white flowers. It is native to tropical regions of Central and South America and is found in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Microstachys anisodonta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of herbal medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Microstachys anisodonta is a white, tubular flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedlings are small, with a single cotyledon and a pair of opposite, simple leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Microstachys anisodonta is propagated by seeds or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. The plants should be grown in full sun or partial shade and require regular watering.
Where to Find Microstachys anisodonta
Microstachys anisodonta can be found in South America.
Microstachys anisodonta FAQ
What is the scientific name of Microstachys anisodonta?
Microstachys anisodonta
What is the family of Microstachys anisodonta?
Lamiaceae
What is the common name of Microstachys anisodonta?
Unequal-toothed Microstachys
Species in the Microstachys genus
Microstachys acetosella, Microstachys bidentata, Microstachys chamaelea, Microstachys corniculata, Microstachys dalzielii, Microstachys daphnoides, Microstachys ditassoides, Microstachys faradianensis, Microstachys heterodoxa, Microstachys hispida, Microstachys marginata, Microstachys nummularifolia, Microstachys revoluta, Microstachys serrulata, Microstachys uleana, Microstachys stipulacea, Microstachys nana, Microstachys glandulosa, Microstachys crassifolia, Microstachys anisodonta, Microstachys salicifolia,
Species in the Euphorbiaceae family
Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,
References
Johannes Müller Argoviensis (1828-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Müll.Arg.' in the authors string.
Marcos José da Silva: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.J.Silva' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77185879-1: Based on the initial data import