Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Species:
heterophylla
ID:
379676

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ruiz & Pav.) G.Don

Source:
cmp

Year:
1834

Citation Micro:
Gen. Hist. 3: 429 (1834)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000379008



Common Names

  • Heterophyllous Notanthera
  • Heterophyllous Notanthera
  • Notanthera heterophylla


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Synonyms

  • Loranthus berteroi Hook. & Arn. [unknown]
  • Loranthus heterophyllus Ruiz & Pav. [unknown]
  • Loranthus valdivianus Miq. [unknown]
  • Loxanthera eschscholzianus Blume [unknown]
  • Notanthera buxifolius G.Don [unknown]
  • Psittacanthus eschscholzianus G.Don [unknown]
  • Phrygilanthus berteroi Eichler [unknown]
  • Phrygilanthus heterophyllus Eichler [unknown]
  • Psittacanthus berteroi G.Don [unknown]
  • Struthanthus escholzianus Mart. [unknown]
  • Struthanthus buxifolius Blume [unknown]
  • Struthanthus heterophyllus Blume [unknown]
  • Loranthus buxifolius Cham. [unknown]

Description

Notanthera heterophylla (also called Variable-leaved Notanthera, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Melastomataceae. It is native to Brazil. It grows in moist habitats, such as marshes, swamps, and wet meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Notanthera heterophylla is a popular ornamental plant for gardens and flower beds. It is also used as a ground cover in shady areas. It is drought tolerant and can be used in areas with poor soil.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Notanthera heterophylla has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Notanthera heterophylla is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. When propagating by division, the plant should be divided in the spring or early summer. When propagating by seed, the seeds should be sown in the spring in a well-drained soil. The plants should be kept moist and should be fertilized regularly.

Where to Find Notanthera heterophylla

Notanthera heterophylla is native to South America.

Notanthera heterophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Notanthera heterophylla?

Notanthera heterophylla

Where is Notanthera heterophylla found?

Notanthera heterophylla is found in South America, particularly in Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

What is the flowering season of Notanthera heterophylla?

Notanthera heterophylla typically flowers in the spring and summer months.

Species in the Notanthera 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-2378693: Based on the initial data import
Hipólito Ruiz López (1754-1816): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ruiz' in the authors string.
José Antonio Pavón (1754-1840): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pav.' in the authors string.
George Don (1798-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Don' in the authors string.