Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
atroviridis
ID:
242539

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Barb.Rodr.) Garay

Source:
wcs

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mus. Leafl. 28: 335 (1980 publ. 1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000241871



Common Names

  • Mesadenella atroviridis
  • Dark-Green Mesadenella
  • Dark-Green Mesadenella Tree


Searching for Mesadenella atroviridis? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Synonyms

  • Spiranthes atroviridis Cogn. [unknown]
  • Cyclopogon atroviridis Barb.Rodr. [unknown]
  • Garaya atroviridis (Barb.Rodr.) Szlach. [unknown]

Description

Mesadenella atroviridis (also called Dark-green Mesadenella, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to South America. It has dark green, segmented leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, shady forests and coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Mesadenella atroviridis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, skin ailments, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Mesadenella atroviridis are white, star-shaped and fragrant. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are green and have small, round leaves.

Searching for Mesadenella atroviridis? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Mesadenella atroviridis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a rooting medium. Once rooted, the cuttings should be transplanted into a pot with a well-draining soil mix.

Where to Find Mesadenella atroviridis

Mesadenella atroviridis can be found in tropical rainforests in Central and South America.

Mesadenella atroviridis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mesadenella atroviridis?

Mesadenella atroviridis

What is the common name of Mesadenella atroviridis?

Atroviridis

What is the natural habitat of Mesadenella atroviridis?

Tropical forests of the Society Islands

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-125870: Based on the initial data import
João Barbosa Rodrigues (1842-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barb.Rodr.' in the authors string.
Leslie A. Garay (1924-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Garay' in the authors string.