Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
membranaceum
ID:
452186

Status:
valid

Authors:
Standl. & Steyerm.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1940

Citation Micro:
Publ. Field Columb. Mus., Bot. Ser. 22: 158 (1940)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000451518



Common Names

  • Mortoniodendron Membranaceum
  • Membranous Mortoniodendron
  • Membranous Mollia


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Description

Mortoniodendron membranaceum (also called Membranous Mortoniodendron, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb with white flowers and a yellow center. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Mortoniodendron membranaceum is used as an ornamental plant in rock gardens and as a groundcover in shady areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mortoniodendron membranaceum has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and fragile with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mortoniodendron membranaceum is a perennial herb that is native to Africa. It is easily grown from seed and can be propagated by division. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soils.

Where to Find Mortoniodendron membranaceum

Mortoniodendron membranaceum is native to India and can be found in moist, shady areas.

Mortoniodendron membranaceum FAQ

What type of plant is Mortoniodendron membranaceum?

Mortoniodendron membranaceum is a perennial shrub.

What is the growth habit of Mortoniodendron membranaceum?

Mortoniodendron membranaceum is an upright, spreading shrub.

What is the soil type suitable for Mortoniodendron membranaceum?

Mortoniodendron membranaceum prefers moist, well-drained soil.

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2507492: Based on the initial data import
Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.
Julian Alfred Steyermark (1909-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steyerm.' in the authors string.