Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
tenella
ID:
1293557

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bolus

Source:
tro

Year:
1899

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 27: 122 (1899)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001292895



Common Names

  • Mollugo tenella
  • Tenella Mollugo
  • Mollugo


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Description

Mollugo tenella (also called Tenella Mollugo, among many other common names) is a small, herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, well-drained soils in coastal regions and is often found in disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Mollugo tenella is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a food source for livestock and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mollugo tenella is small and white, with five petals and a yellow centre. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mollugo tenella is a fast-growing, evergreen, perennial shrub that is native to South Africa. It can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, Mollugo tenella will require regular watering and fertilizing.

Where to Find Mollugo tenella

Mollugo tenella can be found in South Africa.

Mollugo tenella FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mollugo tenella?

Mollugo tenella

What is the common name of Mollugo tenella?

Tenella Mollugo

Where is Mollugo tenella native to?

South Africa

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-700226: Based on the initial data import
Harry Bolus (1834-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bolus' in the authors string.