Status:
valid
Authors:
Tiegh.
Source:
tro
Year:
1896
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 43: 557 (1896)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001084015
Common Names
- Gayan's Mitrastemon
- Gayan Mitrastemum
- Gayan Mitrastemma
Description
Misodendrum gayanum (also called Gaya Misodendrum, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Central and South America. It has a rounded shape and its leaves are composed of three leaflets. It grows in tropical dry and moist forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Misodendrum gayanum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant in parks and gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Misodendrum gayanum is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with two leaves and a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Misodendrum gayanum is a small evergreen shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a full to partial sun exposure and should be grown in well-drained soil. The plant should be fertilized regularly and the cuttings should be taken in spring or summer.
Where to Find Misodendrum gayanum
Misodendrum gayanum can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
Species in the Misodendrum genus
Species in the Misodendraceae family