Amphiblemma monticola - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
monticola
ID:
1286352
Status:
valid
Authors:
Jacq.-Fél.
Source:
tro
Year:
1987
Citation Micro:
Bull. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat., B, Adansonia , sér. 4, 9(2): 125, as 'monti (1987)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001285690
Common Names
- Amphiblemma
- Monticola
- Amphiblemma Monticola
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Amphiblemma monticola (also called Mountain Amphiblemma, among many other common names) is a species of moth native to tropical regions of Central and South America. It has a thick, branched exoskeleton and small, oval-shaped body. It grows in moist soils and on decaying plant material.
Uses & Benefits
Amphiblemma monticola is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant in traditional Chinese medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Amphiblemma monticola are yellow and bell-shaped. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are short and thick with multiple stems.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Amphiblemma monticola is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist soil and partial shade. It can be grown in a variety of soils, but prefers well-drained, sandy loam. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -4°C (25°F). It can be propagated by seed or division.
Where to Find Amphiblemma monticola
Amphiblemma monticola is native to the tropical forests of Southeast Asia.
Amphiblemma monticola FAQ
What is the scientific name of Amphiblemma monticola?
Amphiblemma monticola
What type of plant is Amphiblemma monticola?
It is a type of shrub.
Where is Amphiblemma monticola found?
It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world.
Species in the Amphiblemma genus
Amphiblemma mvensis, Amphiblemma cymosum, Amphiblemma ciliatum, Amphiblemma cuneatum, Amphiblemma gossweileri, Amphiblemma hallei, Amphiblemma heterophyllum, Amphiblemma molle, Amphiblemma setosum, Amphiblemma soyauxii, Amphiblemma mildbraedii, Amphiblemma letouzeyi, Amphiblemma monticola, Amphiblemma lanceatum, Amphiblemma amoenum,
Species in the Melastomataceae family
Acanthella sprucei, Acanthella pulchra, Acanthella conferta, Aciotis polystachya, Aciotis purpurascens, Aciotis acuminifolia, Aciotis annua, Aciotis rubricaulis, Aciotis cordata, Aciotis indecora, Aciotis paludosa, Aciotis circaeoides, Aciotis ornata, Aciotis circaeifolia, Aciotis wurdackiana, Aciotis olivieriana, Aciotis ferreirana, Aciotis viscida, Aciotis pendulifolia, Aciotis brachybotria, Acisanthera pulchella, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera boliviensis, Acisanthera variabilis, Acisanthera uniflora, Acisanthera alsinaefolia, Acisanthera paraguayensis, Acisanthera alata, Acisanthera hedyotoidea, Acisanthera glazioviana, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera ayangannae, Acisanthera divaricata, Adelobotrys ciliatus, Adelobotrys atlanticus, Adelobotrys adscendens, Adelobotrys barbatus, Adelobotrys ciliata, Adelobotrys macrophylla, Adelobotrys praetexta, Adelobotrys tessmannii, Adelobotrys boissieriana, Adelobotrys fuscescens, Adelobotrys macrantha, Adelobotrys rotundifolius, Adelobotrys subsessilis, Adelobotrys jefensis, Adelobotrys linearifolia, Adelobotrys ayangannensis, Adelobotrys scandens,
References
Henri Jacques-Félix (1907-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jacq.-Fél.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:933247-1: Based on the initial data import