Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Species:
tomentosa
ID:
448515

Status:
valid

Authors:
Tul.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1856

Citation Micro:
Arch. Mus. Hist. Nat. 8: 402 (1856)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000447847



Common Names

  • Tomentosa Mollinedia
  • Tomentosa Mollinedia Tree
  • Tomentosa Mollinedia Wood


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Synonyms

  • Mollinedia macrantha Tul. [unknown]
  • Tetratome tomentosa Benth. [unknown]
  • Mollinedia campanulacea Tul. [unknown]
  • Mollinedia ibaguensis Tul. [unknown]
  • Mollinedia foreroi Peixoto [unknown]
  • Mollinedia campanulacea trianaei A.DC. [unknown]

Description

Mollinedia tomentosa (also called woolly mollinedia, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Monimiaceae family. It is a small tree, growing up to 8 m tall. It is native to Central and South America, where it is found in tropical and subtropical climates. It is found in tropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Mollinedia tomentosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mollinedia tomentosa has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single, pointed leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mollinedia tomentosa can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood or hardwood and planted in a light, well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of indirect light.

Where to Find Mollinedia tomentosa

Mollinedia tomentosa is native to the tropical rainforest of South America, including Brazil, Peru, and Colombia.

Mollinedia tomentosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mollinedia tomentosa?

Mollinedia tomentosa

What is the natural habitat of Mollinedia tomentosa?

Mollinedia tomentosa is native to Central and South America.

What are the uses of Mollinedia tomentosa?

Mollinedia tomentosa is used for medicinal purposes.

Species in the Mollinedia genus

Mollinedia viridiflora, Mollinedia tomentosa, Mollinedia costaricensis, Mollinedia corcovadensis, Mollinedia hatschbachii, Mollinedia butleriana, Mollinedia boracensis, Mollinedia glaziovii, Mollinedia eugeniifolia, Mollinedia ovata, Mollinedia myriantha, Mollinedia marliae, Mollinedia repanda, Mollinedia longicuspidata, Mollinedia killipii, Mollinedia humboldtiana, Mollinedia maxima, Mollinedia argyrogyna, Mollinedia boliviensis, Mollinedia calodonta, Mollinedia chrysolaena, Mollinedia clavigera, Mollinedia elegans, Mollinedia engleriana, Mollinedia floribunda, Mollinedia fruticulosa, Mollinedia gilgiana, Mollinedia glabra, Mollinedia heteranthera, Mollinedia howeana, Mollinedia lamprophylla, Mollinedia lanceolata, Mollinedia longifolia, Mollinedia lowtheriana, Mollinedia micrantha, Mollinedia oligantha, Mollinedia pachysandra, Mollinedia pfitzeriana, Mollinedia salicifolia, Mollinedia schottiana, Mollinedia steinbachiana, Mollinedia stenophylla, Mollinedia triflora, Mollinedia uleana, Mollinedia widgrenii, Mollinedia simulans, Mollinedia angustata, Mollinedia pallida, Mollinedia grazielae, Mollinedia oaxacana,

Species in the Monimiaceae family

Austromatthaea elegans, Carnegieodoxa eximia, Decarydendron helenae, Decarydendron lamii, Decarydendron perrieri, Decarydendron ranomafanense, Ephippiandra domatiata, Ephippiandra madagascariensis, Ephippiandra masoalensis, Ephippiandra microphylla, Ephippiandra myrtoidea, Ephippiandra perrieri, Ephippiandra tsaratanensis, Faika villosa, Grazielanthus arkeocarpus, Hedycarya alternifolia, Hedycarya angustifolia, Hedycarya aragoensis, Hedycarya arborea, Hedycarya badaunii, Hedycarya chrysophylla, Hedycarya cupulata, Hedycarya denticulata, Hedycarya dorstenioides, Hedycarya engleriana, Hedycarya erythrocarpa, Hedycarya loxocarya, Hedycarya neoebudica, Hedycarya parvifolia, Hedycarya perbracteolata, Hedycarya rivularis, Hedycarya symplocoides, Hedycarya baudouinii, Hemmantia webbii, Hennecartia omphalandra, Hortonia floribunda, Hortonia ovalifolia, Hortonia angustifolia, Kairoa suberosa, Kairoa endressiana, Kairoa villosa, Kairoa cromeana, Kibara royenii, Kibara roemeri, Kibara rosselensis, Kibara shungolensis, Kibara sleumeri, Kibara sudestensis, Kibara warenensis, Kibara versteeghii,

References