Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
somggangensis
ID:
1553397

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.S.Ying

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2022

Citation Micro:
New Taxa New Names 2: 49 (2022)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000033179



Common Names

  • Mazus somggangensis
  • Mazus Somgangensis
  • Mazus Somgagensis


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Description

Mazus somggangensis (also called Somggangensis Mazus, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Central and South America. It has small, ovate leaves and its flowers are white or pink. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Mazus somggangensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It can also be used as a medicinal plant to treat respiratory disorders and to reduce inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mazus somggangensis is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mazus somggangensis is a perennial herbaceous plant that is cultivated in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is done by division of the clumps in spring or by seed sown in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Mazus somggangensis

Mazus somggangensis can be found in the Sogang Mountains in South Korea.

Mazus somggangensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mazus somggangensis?

Mazus somggangensis

What is the common name of Mazus somggangensis?

Somgang mazus

Where is Mazus somggangensis found?

Thailand

Species in the Mazaceae family

References

POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77203631-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].