Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
muricata
ID:
1305873

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Schott ex Benth.) Harley & J.F.B.Pastore

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 58: 10 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001318327



Common Names

  • Muricata Cantinoa
  • Muricata Cantinoa Plant
  • Muricata Cantinoa Flower


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Description

Cantinoa muricata (also called Muricate cantinoa, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Melastomataceae. It is native to Brazil, and is found in the Atlantic Forest vegetation of the states of Bahia, Espírito Santo, Minas Gerais, Rio de Janeiro, and São Paulo. It is found in humid montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Cantinoa muricata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is known for its showy flowers and its ability to attract butterflies and hummingbirds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cantinoa muricata has white, star-shaped flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cantinoa muricata is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through seeds, which should be sown in the spring or summer. The seeds should be planted in a moist potting mix and kept in a warm, bright location. Water regularly.

Where to Find Cantinoa muricata

Cantinoa muricata can be found in the Atlantic Forest biome of Brazil.

Cantinoa muricata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cantinoa muricata?

Cantinoa muricata

What type of plant is Cantinoa muricata?

It is a species of flowering plant in the family Melastomataceae.

Where is Cantinoa muricata native to?

It is native to Brazil.

Species in the Lamiaceae family

Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,

References

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Heinrich Wilhelm Schott (1794-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schott' in the authors string.
Raymond Mervyn Harley (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harley' in the authors string.
José Floriano Barêa Pastore (b.1979): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.F.B.Pastore' in the authors string.