Status:
valid
Authors:
Didr.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1853
Citation Micro:
Vidensk. Meddel. Naturhist. Foren. Kjøbenhavn 1853: 87 (1853)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000378006
Common Names
- Mostuea brunonis
- Brunonis Mostuea
- Mostuea brunonis Plant
Synonyms
- Mostuea lujaei De Wild. & T.Durand [unknown]
Description
Mostuea brunonis (also called 'Bruno's Mostuea', among many other common names) is a small, perennial shrub native to South America. It has small, bipinnate leaves and small, pink flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical regions in moist, well-drained soils.
Uses & Benefits
Mostuea brunonis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used in landscaping and for erosion control on slopes.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Mostuea brunonis var. brunonis
Mostuea brunonis var. fusiformis Leeuwenb.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Mostuea brunonis are white and bell-shaped with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Mostuea brunonis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a light, well-draining soil mix. Both should be kept in a warm, sunny location.
Where to Find Mostuea brunonis
Mostuea brunonis can be found in Australia and New Zealand.
Mostuea brunonis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Mostuea brunonis?
Mostuea brunonis
What is the common name of Mostuea brunonis?
Brunon's Mostuea
What is the family of Mostuea brunonis?
Fabaceae
Species in the Mostuea genus
Mostuea brunonis,
Mostuea batesii,
Mostuea neurocarpa,
Mostuea hymenocardioides,
Mostuea hirsuta,
Mostuea rubrinervis,
Mostuea microphylla,
Mostuea adamii,
Mostuea surinamensis,
Mostuea muricata,
Species in the Gelsemiaceae family
Gelsemium elegans,
Gelsemium rankinii,
Gelsemium sempervirens,
Gelsemium rankii,
Mostuea brunonis,
Mostuea batesii,
Mostuea neurocarpa,
Mostuea hymenocardioides,
Mostuea hirsuta,
Mostuea rubrinervis,
Mostuea microphylla,
Mostuea adamii,
Mostuea surinamensis,
Mostuea muricata,
Pteleocarpa lamponga,