Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Genus:
Species:
mutabilis
ID:
734649

Status:
valid

Authors:
Tiegh. ex T.Durand & B.D.Jacks.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1935

Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. ed. 2 16b: 138 (1935)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000733982



Common Names

  • Desmaria mutabilis
  • Changeable Desmaria
  • Variable Desmaria


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Synonyms

  • Loranthus mutabilis Poepp. & Endl. [unknown]
  • Phrygilanthus mutabilis Eichler [unknown]
  • Gaiadendron mutabile (Poepp. & Endl.) Engler & Prantl [unknown]

Description

Desmaria mutabilis (also called 'Changing Desmaria' among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Australia. It has a rosette habit and is characterized by its linear leaves and white flowers. It is found in moist habitats such as swamps, marshes, and wet meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Desmaria mutabilis is used as an ornamental plant for its fragrant flowers and evergreen foliage. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Desmaria mutabilis has small, white flowers with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small, dark brown and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, round cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Desmaria mutabilis is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can be propagated from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in late summer. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and should be about 6-8 inches long. Dip the cuttings in a rooting hormone and place them in a pot filled with a well-draining potting mix. Keep the pot in a warm, bright location and water regularly. The cuttings should root in about 6-8 weeks.

Where to Find Desmaria mutabilis

Desmaria mutabilis is native to Australia and can be found in the forests of south-western Victoria.

Desmaria mutabilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Desmaria mutabilis?

Desmaria mutabilis

What is the common name of Desmaria mutabilis?

No common name

What is the natural habitat of Desmaria mutabilis?

It is found in dry grasslands and open woodlands

Species in the Desmaria genus

Species in the Loranthaceae family

Actinanthella menyharthii, Actinanthella wyliei, Aetanthus andreanus, Aetanthus colombianus, Aetanthus coriaceus, Aetanthus dichotomus, Aetanthus engelsii, Aetanthus macranthus, Aetanthus mutisii, Aetanthus nodosus, Aetanthus ornatus, Aetanthus ovalis, Aetanthus trifolius, Aetanthus prolongatus, Aetanthus sessilifolius, Aetanthus verticillatus, Aetanthus megaphyllus, Aetanthus pascoensis, Aetanthus tachirensis, Aetanthus validus, Agelanthus atrocoronatus, Agelanthus bipartitus, Agelanthus brunneus, Agelanthus combreticola, Agelanthus copaiferae, Agelanthus crassifolius, Agelanthus deltae, Agelanthus dichrous, Agelanthus discolor, Agelanthus djurensis, Agelanthus dodonaeifolius, Agelanthus elegantulus, Agelanthus entebbensis, Agelanthus falcifolius, Agelanthus flammeus, Agelanthus fuellebornii, Agelanthus gilgii, Agelanthus glaucoviridis, Agelanthus glomeratus, Agelanthus gracilis, Agelanthus guineensis, Agelanthus henriquesii, Agelanthus heteromorphus, Agelanthus igneus, Agelanthus irangensis, Agelanthus kayseri, Agelanthus keilii, Agelanthus krausei, Agelanthus kraussianus, Agelanthus lancifolius,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2869430: Based on the initial data import
Benjamin Daydon Jackson (1846-1927): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.D.Jacks.' in the authors string.
Théophile Alexis Durand (1855-1912): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.Durand' in the authors string.
Philippe Édouard Léon Van Tieghem (1839-1914): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tiegh.' in the authors string.