Mastigostyla gracilis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gracilis
ID:
785866
Status:
valid
Authors:
R.C.Foster
Source:
iplants
Year:
1962
Citation Micro:
Rhodora 14: 296 (1962)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000785199
Common Names
- Gracile Mastigostyla
- Gracilis Mastigostyla
- Gracil Mastigostyla
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Mastigostyla gracilis (also called Slender Mastigostyla, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South America. It has glossy, dark green leaves and produces white flowers with yellow centers. It is found in moist forests, along streams and rivers, and in wetland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Mastigostyla gracilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used for medicinal purposes, such as treating skin conditions and digestive issues.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Mastigostyla gracilis is a white, bell-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Mastigostyla gracilis is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months. Pruning is recommended to maintain its shape.
Where to Find Mastigostyla gracilis
Mastigostyla gracilis is found in the Caribbean, Central and South America.
Mastigostyla gracilis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Mastigostyla gracilis?
Mastigostyla gracilis
What is the family of Mastigostyla gracilis?
Myrtaceae
What is the common name of Mastigostyla gracilis?
Graceful Mastigostyla
Species in the Mastigostyla genus
Mastigostyla implicata, Mastigostyla humilis, Mastigostyla hoppii, Mastigostyla herrerae, Mastigostyla gracilis, Mastigostyla cyrtophylla, Mastigostyla cardenasii, Mastigostyla cabrerae, Mastigostyla brevicaulis, Mastigostyla brachiandra, Mastigostyla macbridei, Mastigostyla johnstonii, Mastigostyla spathacea, Mastigostyla potosina, Mastigostyla peruviana, Mastigostyla mirabilis, Mastigostyla major, Mastigostyla boliviensis, Mastigostyla chuquisacensis, Mastigostyla torotoroensis, Mastigostyla woodii, Mastigostyla longituba, Mastigostyla venturii, Mastigostyla tunariensis, Mastigostyla shepardiae, Mastigostyla orurensis, Mastigostyla candaravensis, Mastigostyla coronata,
Species in the Iridaceae family
Alophia drummondii, Alophia intermedia, Alophia medusa, Alophia silvestris, Alophia veracruzana, Aristea abyssinica, Aristea africana, Aristea alata, Aristea anceps, Aristea angolensis, Aristea angustifolia, Aristea bakeri, Aristea bequaertii, Aristea biflora, Aristea cantharophila, Aristea capitata, Aristea cladocarpa, Aristea compressa, Aristea cuspidata, Aristea dichotoma, Aristea djalonis, Aristea ecklonii, Aristea fimbriata, Aristea flexicaulis, Aristea galpinii, Aristea glauca, Aristea goetzei, Aristea grandis, Aristea humbertii, Aristea inaequalis, Aristea juncifolia, Aristea kitchingii, Aristea latifolia, Aristea lugens, Aristea madagascariensis, Aristea montana, Aristea monticola, Aristea nyikensis, Aristea oligocephala, Aristea palustris, Aristea parviflora, Aristea pauciflora, Aristea platycaulis, Aristea polycephala, Aristea pusilla, Aristea racemosa, Aristea ranomafana, Aristea recisa, Aristea rigidifolia, Aristea rupicola,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-323718: Based on the initial data import
Robert Crichton Foster (1904-1986): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.C.Foster' in the authors string.