Status:
valid
Authors:
(Baker) Danser
Source:
cmp
Year:
1933
Citation Micro:
Verh. Kon. Akad. Wetensch., Afd. Natuurk., Sect. 2 , 29(6): 55 (1933)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000703779
Common Names
- Mweroensis Globimetula
- Globimetula mweroensis
- Mweroensis Globimetula
Description
Globimetula mweroensis (also called 'Mwero Globe Flower', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in dry, rocky areas and has small, white flowers with yellow centers.
Uses & Benefits
Globimetula mweroensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used medicinally for treating various ailments such as fever, skin diseases, and digestive problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Globimetula mweroensis is white and has four petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have two leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Globimetula mweroensis is a small shrub that grows in dry, rocky areas. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood in late summer or early autumn and rooted in a light, well-drained soil mix. The rooted cuttings should be kept moist until they are established.
Where to Find Globimetula mweroensis
Globimetula mweroensis can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, Australia, and the Pacific Islands.
Globimetula mweroensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Globimetula mweroensis?
Globimetula mweroensis
What is the common name of Globimetula mweroensis?
Mwero Globimetula
What type of environment does Globimetula mweroensis prefer?
A moist, shady environment
Species in the Globimetula genus
Globimetula anguliflora,
Globimetula assiana,
Globimetula braunii,
Globimetula cornutibracteata,
Globimetula cupulata,
Globimetula dinklagei,
Globimetula elegantiflora,
Globimetula kivuensis,
Globimetula mayombensis,
Globimetula mweroensis,
Globimetula oreophila,
Globimetula pachyclada,
Globimetula rubripes,
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,