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
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.
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,