Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
mutisiana
ID:
364611

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schult.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1824

Citation Micro:
Mant. 2(Add. 1): 75 (1824)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000363943



Common Names

  • Lozania mutisiana
  • Mutisiana Lozania
  • Mutisiana's Lozania


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Synonyms

  • Lozania nemoralis DC. [valid]
  • Perrottetia costaricensis Lundell [valid]
  • Perrottetia racemosa Standl. [illegitimate]
  • Monandrodendron peruvianum Mansf. [unknown]
  • Monandrodendron schultzei Mansf. [unknown]
  • Lozania montana Standl. [valid]
  • Lozania bipinnata L.B.Sm. [valid]

Description

Lozania mutisiana (also called Mutis Lozania, among many other common names) is a small shrub or tree that grows up to 3 m tall. It is native to South America, and is found in moist lowland forests and riverine forests. It has a single trunk and its leaves are dark green, glossy, and oblong-lanceolate in shape.

Uses & Benefits

Lozania mutisiana is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including digestive issues and skin conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lozania mutisiana is yellow, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped capsule. The seedlings are thin and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lozania mutisiana is a shrub or small tree native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C. It can be pruned to maintain a desired shape.

Where to Find Lozania mutisiana

Lozania mutisiana is native to the tropical forests of Colombia and Ecuador. It can be found in the wild in these regions.

Lozania mutisiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lozania mutisiana?

Lozania mutisiana

What is the common name of Lozania mutisiana?

Mutis' Lozania

What type of plant is Lozania mutisiana?

Evergreen shrub

References

Josef August Schultes (1773-1831): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schult.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:144136-2: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.