Matisia hirsutissima - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Fern.Alonso
Source:
ksu
Year:
2001
Citation Micro:
Caldasia 23: 362 (2001)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000368892
Common Names
- Matisia hirsutissima
- Hairy Matisia
- Hairy-leaved Matisia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Matisia hirsutissima (also called Hirsute Matisia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Malvaceae. It is native to Central and South America, from Mexico to Argentina. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Matisia hirsutissima is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and flower beds. It has a long flowering period and is known for its bright yellow flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant, with its leaves being used to treat digestive disorders and its flowers being used to treat skin conditions.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Matisia hirsutissima is a small, yellowish-green spikelet that grows in clusters. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a rough surface. The seedlings are thin and delicate, with long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Matisia hirsutissima is a tropical plant that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and regular watering. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in spring or summer, while the cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer.
Where to Find Matisia hirsutissima
Matisia hirsutissima can be found in the tropical rainforests of South America.
Matisia hirsutissima FAQ
What is the scientific name of Matisia hirsutissima?
Matisia hirsutissima
What is the common name of Matisia hirsutissima?
Hairy Matisia
What is the natural habitat of Matisia hirsutissima?
Matisia hirsutissima is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas
Species in the Matisia genus
Matisia serpicostata, Matisia spathacea, Matisia sulcata, Matisia uribei, Matisia valdes-bermejoi, Matisia ochrocalyx, Matisia lozanoi, Matisia samariensis, Matisia racemifera, Matisia obliquifolia, Matisia hirsutissima, Matisia amplifolia, Matisia bullata, Matisia cordata, Matisia cornu-copiae, Matisia cuatrecasana, Matisia gentryi, Matisia glandifera, Matisia bicolor, Matisia bolivarii, Matisia bracteolosa, Matisia castano, Matisia cruceto, Matisia dolichosiphon, Matisia hirta, Matisia huallagensis, Matisia idroboi, Matisia lecythicarpa, Matisia longiflora, Matisia oblongifolia, Matisia sclerophylla, Matisia stenopetala, Matisia lasiocalyx, Matisia arteagensis, Matisia exalata, Matisia intricata, Matisia malacocalyx, Matisia palenquiana, Matisia alata, Matisia coloradorum, Matisia dolichopoda, Matisia leptandra, Matisia longitubulosa, Matisia sanblasensis, Matisia soegengii, Matisia longipes, Matisia alchornifolia, Matisia dowdingii, Matisia calimana, Matisia giacomettoi,
Species in the Malvaceae family
Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,
References
José Luis Fernández Alonso (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fern.Alonso' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:322420-2: Based on the initial data import