Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
nudicaulis
ID:
450968

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lam.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1797

Citation Micro:
Encycl. 4: 234 (1797)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000450300



Common Names

  • Mollugo nudicaulis
  • Mollugo
  • Nudicaulis


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Synonyms

  • Lampetia nudicaulis (Lam.) Raf. [unknown]

Description

Mollugo nudicaulis (also called Naked-stemmed Mollugo, among many other common names) is a small, annual herb with slender, thread-like leaves and small, white flowers. It is native to North America and is found in dry, sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Mollugo nudicaulis is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mollugo nudicaulis is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mollugo nudicaulis is a small, evergreen perennial that grows up to 8 inches in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. Cuttings can also be taken from semi-hardwood stems in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Mollugo nudicaulis

Mollugo nudicaulis can be found in the tropical rainforests of northern Australia.

Mollugo nudicaulis FAQ

What are the common names of Mollugo nudicaulis?

Common names of Mollugo nudicaulis include Naked-Stemmed Carpetweed and Naked-Stemmed Mollugo.

What is the growth rate of Mollugo nudicaulis?

Mollugo nudicaulis has a moderate to fast growth rate.

What is the light requirement for Mollugo nudicaulis?

Mollugo nudicaulis prefers full sun to partial shade.

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