Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
angustifolia
ID:
1262560

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.G.Gilbert & Thulin

Source:
tro

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 13: 169 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001261898



Common Names

  • Angustifolia Mollugo
  • Mollugo angustifolia
  • Angustifolia Mollug


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Description

Mollugo angustifolia (also called narrow-leaved mollugo, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Aizoaceae. It is native to Mexico. It is an annual herb growing to 10–20 cm tall, with a basal rosette of leaves and an erect stem bearing a few leaves and a few flowers. The flowers are white, with five petals.

Uses & Benefits

Mollugo angustifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known to attract butterflies and bees.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Mollugo angustifolia are small, white and star-shaped. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mollugo angustifolia is a hardy, low-maintenance annual that can be propagated from seed. To propagate, sow the seeds in a moist, well-draining soil mix and keep them in a warm, bright location. Water the seeds sparingly and wait for new growth to appear before watering again. Once the seedlings have taken root, they can be transplanted into a larger pot.

Where to Find Mollugo angustifolia

Mollugo angustifolia is native to the Mediterranean region of Europe and North Africa.

Mollugo angustifolia FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Mollugo angustifolia?

Mollugo angustifolia is found in tropical rainforests in South America.

What are the characteristics of Mollugo angustifolia?

Mollugo angustifolia is a small shrub with dark green, glossy leaves and small white flowers.

How can Mollugo angustifolia be propagated?

Mollugo angustifolia can be propagated by seed or cuttings.

Species in the Molluginaceae family

Adenogramma asparagoides, Adenogramma capillaris, Adenogramma congesta, Adenogramma glomerata, Adenogramma lichtensteiniana, Adenogramma littoralis, Adenogramma mollugo, Adenogramma physocalyx, Adenogramma rigida, Adenogramma sylvatica, Adenogramma teretifolia, Coelanthum grandiflorum, Coelanthum semiquinquefidum, Coelanthum verticillatum, Glinus bainesii, Glinus herniarioides, Glinus lotoides, Glinus microphyllus, Glinus oppositifolius, Glinus orygioides, Glinus radiatus, Glinus runkewitzii, Glinus sessiliflorus, Glinus setiflorus, Glischrothamnus ulei, Hypertelis angrae-pequenae, Hypertelis arenicola, Hypertelis bowkeriana, Hypertelis caespitosa, Hypertelis salsoloides, Hypertelis spergulacea, Hypertelis trachysperma, Mollugo verticillata, Mollugo pinosia, Mollugo nudicaulis, Mollugo cerviana, Mollugo fragilis, Mollugo angustifolia, Mollugo namaquensis, Mollugo pusilla, Mollugo tenella, Mollugo walteri, Mollugo decandra, Mollugo caespitosa, Mollugo pentaphylla, Mollugo stricta, Mollugo snodgrassii, Mollugo crockeri, Mollugo flavescens, Mollugo floriana,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50200557: Based on the initial data import
Mats Thulin (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thulin' in the authors string.
Michael George Gilbert (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.G.Gilbert' in the authors string.