Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
tonduzii
ID:
242546

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Schltr.) Pabst & Garay

Source:
wcs

Year:
1953

Citation Micro:
Arch. Jard. Bot. Rio de Janeiro 12: 209 (1953)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000241878



Common Names

  • Mesadenella tonduzii
  • Tonduz's Mesadenella
  • Tonduz Mesadenella


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Synonyms

  • Mesadenella petenensis (L.O.Williams) Garay [unknown]
  • Spiranthes petenensis L.O.Williams [unknown]
  • Spiranthes tonduzii Schltr. [unknown]
  • Spiranthes umbraticola L.O.Williams [unknown]
  • Stenorrhynchos petense (L.O.Williams) Burns-Bal. & E.W.Greenw. [unknown]
  • Stenorrhynchos tonduzii Schltr. [unknown]
  • Stenorrhynchos petenense (L.O.Williams) Burns-Bal. & E.W.Greenw. [unknown]

Description

Mesadenella tonduzii (also called Tonduz's Mesadenella, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to South America. It has segmented leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, shady forests and coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Mesadenella tonduzii 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

Mesadenella tonduzii has small, white flowers that are arranged in clusters at the end of the stem. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves that are arranged in pairs on the stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mesadenella tonduzii 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 tonduzii

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

Mesadenella tonduzii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mesadenella tonduzii?

Mesadenella tonduzii

What is the natural habitat of Mesadenella tonduzii?

Tropical forests of Central and South America

What are the common names of Mesadenella tonduzii?

Tonduz's False Palm, False Palm

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References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-125877: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.
Leslie A. Garay (1924-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Garay' in the authors string.
Guido Frederico João Pabst (1914-1980): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pabst' in the authors string.