Status:
valid
Authors:
Al.Rodr.
Source:
tro
Year:
2004
Citation Micro:
Novon 14: 478 (2004)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001274604
Common Names
- Mortoniodendron apetalum
- Apetalum Mortoniodendron
- Apetalu Mortoniodendron
Uses & Benefits
Mortoniodendron apetalum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks due to its attractive foliage and flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Mortoniodendron apetalum has small white flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have two pairs of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Mortoniodendron apetalum is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in containers. It is best to sow the seeds in the spring or early summer.
Where to Find Mortoniodendron apetalum
Mortoniodendron apetalum is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in moist, shady areas.
Mortoniodendron apetalum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Mortoniodendron apetalum?
Mortoniodendron apetalum
What is the common name of Mortoniodendron apetalum?
Apetalous Mortoniodendron
What is the natural habitat of Mortoniodendron apetalum?
Forests of Madagascar
Species in the Mortoniodendron genus
Mortoniodendron membranaceum,
Mortoniodendron anisophyllum,
Mortoniodendron vestitum,
Mortoniodendron abelianum,
Mortoniodendron guatemalense,
Mortoniodendron hirsutum,
Mortoniodendron sulcatum,
Mortoniodendron palaciosii,
Mortoniodendron ruizii,
Mortoniodendron costaricense,
Mortoniodendron pentagonum,
Mortoniodendron apetalum,
Mortoniodendron cauliflorum,
Mortoniodendron longipedunculatum,
Mortoniodendron uxpanapense,
Mortoniodendron ocotense,
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,