Status:
valid
Authors:
(Lindl.) Luer
Source:
wcs
Year:
2006
Citation Micro:
Monogr. Syst. Bot. Missouri Bot. Gard. 105: 117 (2006)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000809242
Common Names
- Muscarella semperflorens
- Semperflorens Muscarella
- Everflowering Muscarella
Description
Muscarella semperflorens (also called Semperflorens Muscarella, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to the Caribbean and Central America. It is a small, herbaceous perennial with a single, erect stem and a single, erect leaf. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests, usually at elevations of 1000–1500 m.
Uses & Benefits
Muscarella semperflorens is used in aromatherapy and as an insect repellent. It is also used in the production of essential oils, which are used in perfumes, soaps, and other products. The leaves of this plant can also be used as a tea, which has a number of medicinal benefits.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Muscarella semperflorens is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed with a white center. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Muscarella semperflorens is a herbaceous perennial that grows up to 1 m in height. It prefers moist soils and partial shade. Propagation is usually done from seed, which should be sown in spring or summer. Division can also be done in spring.
Where to Find Muscarella semperflorens
Muscarella semperflorens is native to Mexico.
Muscarella semperflorens FAQ
What type of plant is Muscarella semperflorens?
Muscarella semperflorens is a species of orchid.
Where is Muscarella semperflorens found?
Muscarella semperflorens is found in the rainforests of South America.
What is the flower color of Muscarella semperflorens?
The flowers of Muscarella semperflorens are white or yellow.
Species in the Muscarella genus
Muscarella ancora,
Muscarella aristata,
Muscarella catoxys,
Muscarella cestrochila,
Muscarella claviculata,
Muscarella clavigera,
Muscarella coeloglossa,
Muscarella corynetes,
Muscarella cynocephala,
Muscarella delicatula,
Muscarella echinodes,
Muscarella exesilabia,
Muscarella fimbriata,
Muscarella fuchsii,
Muscarella furcatipetala,
Muscarella gongylodes,
Muscarella helenae,
Muscarella herpestes,
Muscarella ichthyonekys,
Muscarella infinita,
Muscarella intonsa,
Muscarella kennedyi,
Muscarella latilabris,
Muscarella lipothrix,
Muscarella llamachoi,
Muscarella longilabris,
Muscarella macroblepharis,
Muscarella marginata,
Muscarella megalops,
Muscarella oblonga,
Muscarella perangusta,
Muscarella quinqueseta,
Muscarella rojohniii,
Muscarella samacensis,
Muscarella schudelii,
Muscarella semperflorens,
Muscarella sibatensis,
Muscarella strumosa,
Muscarella stumpflei,
Muscarella tamboensis,
Muscarella tempestalis,
Muscarella trullifera,
Muscarella tsubotae,
Muscarella villosilabia,
Muscarella werneri,
Muscarella xanthella,
Muscarella xyloura,
Muscarella zephyrina,
Muscarella cabellensis,
Muscarella mucronata,
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,