Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
multiflora
ID:
1246228

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Gardner) Decne.

Source:
tro

Year:
1848

Citation Micro:
Rev. Hort. (Paris) , sér. 3, 2: 468 (1848)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001245566



Common Names

  • Mandirola Multiflora
  • Many-flowered Mandirola
  • Many-flowered Lousewort


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Description

Mandirola multiflora (also called Many-flowered Mandirola, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 meters tall. It is native to South America, and is found in humid forests and disturbed areas. It has white or pink flowers and small, round, green fruits.

Uses & Benefits

Mandirola multiflora is used as an ornamental plant, and its flowers are used as a natural dye. It is also used as a medicinal plant, and its leaves are used to treat fever, headache, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mandirola multiflora has small, yellow flowers with purple veins. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mandirola multiflora is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 2 m in height. It is best grown in well-drained soil in a sunny spot. Propagation is usually done by seeds or cuttings.

Where to Find Mandirola multiflora

Mandirola multiflora is native to South America and can be found in tropical rainforests and cloud forests.

Mandirola multiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mandirola multiflora?

Mandirola multiflora

What is the common name of Mandirola multiflora?

Many-flowered Mandirola

What is the natural habitat of Mandirola multiflora?

Grasslands

Species in the Gesneriaceae family

Acanthonema diandrum, Achimenes admirabilis, Achimenes antirrhina, Achimenes brevifolia, Achimenes candida, Achimenes cettoana, Achimenes dulcis, Achimenes erecta, Achimenes fimbriata, Achimenes flava, Achimenes glabrata, Achimenes grandiflora, Achimenes heterophylla, Achimenes hintoniana, Achimenes longiflora, Achimenes mexicana, Achimenes misera, Achimenes nayaritensis, Achimenes obscura, Achimenes occidentalis, Achimenes patens, Achimenes pedunculata, Achimenes skinneri, Achimenes woodii, Achimenes tincticoma, Achimenes elota, Achimenes sanguinea, Achimenes ixtapaensis, Aeschynanthus citrinus, Aeschynanthus membranifolius, Aeschynanthus mendumiae, Aeschynanthus sojolianus, Aeschynanthus dischidioides, Aeschynanthus minutifolius, Aeschynanthus acuminatissimus, Aeschynanthus acuminatus, Aeschynanthus albidus, Aeschynanthus amboinensis, Aeschynanthus amoenus, Aeschynanthus andersonii, Aeschynanthus angustifolius, Aeschynanthus angustioblongus, Aeschynanthus apicidens, Aeschynanthus arctocalyx, Aeschynanthus arfakensis, Aeschynanthus argentii, Aeschynanthus asclepioides, Aeschynanthus atrorubens, Aeschynanthus atrosanguineus, Aeschynanthus batakiorum,

References

Joseph Decaisne (1807-1882): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Decne.' in the authors string.
George Gardner (1812-1849): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gardner' in the authors string.