Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
matogrossensis
ID:
601374

Status:
valid

Authors:
(J.G.M.Pers. & Maas) Struwe & V.A.Albert

Source:
cmp

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Harvard Pap. Bot. 3: 70 (1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000600706



Common Names

  • Chelonanthus matogrossensis
  • Matogrossensis Chelonanthus
  • Mato Grosso Chelonanthus


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Description

Chelonanthus matogrossensis (also called Mato Grosso Chelonanthus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to Brazil. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and pink-purple flowers. It typically grows in humid forests, grasslands, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Chelonanthus matogrossensis is a succulent plant native to South Africa. It is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a ground cover or border plant in rock gardens. The plant is drought-tolerant and requires little maintenance.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chelonanthus matogrossensis is a white or pinkish-white, five-petaled bloom with a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chelonanthus matogrossensis can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a moist soil mix. It prefers a sunny spot in the garden and should be protected from strong winds.

Where to Find Chelonanthus matogrossensis

Chelonanthus matogrossensis is native to the Brazilian state of Mato Grosso.

Chelonanthus matogrossensis FAQ

What is the common name of Chelonanthus matogrossensis?

Mato Grosso Chelonanthus

What is the natural habitat of Chelonanthus matogrossensis?

It is native to Brazil and is found in dry areas.

What are the characteristics of Chelonanthus matogrossensis?

It has a short, thick stem and produces small, tubular flowers that are yellow or orange in color.

Species in the Gentianaceae family

Adenolisianthus arboreus, Anthocleista amplexicaulis, Anthocleista djalonensis, Anthocleista grandiflora, Anthocleista inermis, Anthocleista laxiflora, Anthocleista liebrechtsiana, Anthocleista longifolia, Anthocleista madagascariensis, Anthocleista microphylla, Anthocleista nobilis, Anthocleista obanensis, Anthocleista procera, Anthocleista scandens, Anthocleista schweinfurthii, Anthocleista vogelii, Anthocleista potalioides, Aripuana cullmaniorum, Bartonia paniculata, Bartonia verna, Bartonia virginica, Bisgoeppertia robustior, Bisgoeppertia gracilis, Bisgoeppertia scandens, Blackstonia acuminata, Blackstonia grandiflora, Blackstonia imperfoliata, Blackstonia perfoliata, Calolisianthus amplissimus, Calolisianthus pedunculatus, Canscora alata, Canscora andrographioides, Canscora concanensis, Canscora diffusa, Canscora heteroclita, Canscora macrocalyx, Canscora pauciflora, Canscora perfoliata, Canscora roxburghii, Canscora schultesii, Canscora stricta, Canscora bidoupensis, Canscora bhatiana, Canscora shrirangiana, Canscora ciathula, Canscora tetraptera, Celiantha bella, Celiantha chimantensis, Celiantha imthurniana, Centaurium ameghinoi,

References

Johannes Gerardius Maris Persoon (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.G.M.Pers.' in the authors string.
Victor Anthony Albert (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'V.A.Albert' in the authors string.
Paul Maas (b.1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maas' in the authors string.
Lena Struwe (b.1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Struwe' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:1217383-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.