Mesadenella variegata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
variegata
ID:
242547
Status:
valid
Authors:
D.E.Benn. & Christenson
Source:
wcs
Year:
2001
Citation Micro:
Icon. Orchid. Peruv. : t. 713 (2001)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000241879
Common Names
- Mesadenella variegata
- Variegated Mesadenella
- Variegated Mesadenella Tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Mesadenella variegata (also called Variegated Mesadenella, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to South America. It has variegated, segmented leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, shady forests and coastal areas.
Uses & Benefits
Mesadenella variegata 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 variegata 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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Mesadenella variegata 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 variegata
Mesadenella variegata can be found in tropical rainforests in Central and South America.
Mesadenella variegata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Mesadenella variegata?
Mesadenella variegata
What is the natural habitat of Mesadenella variegata?
Tropical forests of Central and South America
What are the common names of Mesadenella variegata?
Variegated False Palm, False Palm
Species in the Mesadenella genus
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-125878: Based on the initial data import
David E. Bennett (1923-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.E.Benn.' in the authors string.
Eric A. Christenson (1956-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Christenson' in the authors string.