Status:
valid
Authors:
Morley
Source:
tro
Year:
1999
Citation Micro:
Novon 9: 241 (1999)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001245904
Common Names
- Votomita ventuarensis
- Ventuarensis Votomita
- Votomita
Description
Votomita ventuarensis (also called 'Ventuarensis Votomita', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree found in the Mexican states of Oaxaca, Veracruz and Chiapas. It has alternate, simple leaves, and white flowers in axillary clusters. Its habitats include tropical deciduous forests, tropical semi-deciduous forests, and tropical evergreen forests.
Uses & Benefits
Votomita ventuarensis is used for making teas and as a flavoring agent in foods. It is also used for medicinal purposes such as treating digestive problems and reducing inflammation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Votomita ventuarensis is yellow and small, with five petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Votomita ventuarensis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Both methods will require regular watering and fertilization for best results.
Where to Find Votomita ventuarensis
Votomita ventuarensis can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Votomita ventuarensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Votomita ventuarensis?
Votomita ventuarensis
What is the common name of Votomita ventuarensis?
Ventuarensis Votomita
What is the natural habitat of Votomita ventuarensis?
Votomita ventuarensis is native to tropical regions of Central and South America.
Species in the Votomita genus
Votomita pubescens,
Votomita orinocensis,
Votomita cupuliformis,
Votomita plerocarpa,
Votomita roraimensis,
Votomita guianensis,
Votomita monantha,
Votomita monadelpha,
Votomita orbinaxia,
Votomita ventuarensis,
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,