Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
fluviatilis
ID:
453303

Status:
valid

Authors:
Aubl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1775

Citation Micro:
Hist. Pl. Guiane : 582 (1775)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000452635



Common Names

  • Mourera fluviatilis
  • Fluviatilis Mourera
  • Mourera Mourera


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Description

Mourera fluviatilis (also called River Mourera, among many other common names) is a small, herbaceous perennial native to the western United States and Canada. It typically grows in moist, open areas such as wetlands, streams, and rivers. It has small, white flowers with five petals and a yellow center, and thin, linear leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Mourera fluviatilis has been used for medicinal purposes, such as for treating skin diseases, digestive disorders, and as an antiseptic. It has also been used as a natural dye for fabrics and as a fertilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mourera fluviatilis is small and yellow, with five petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mourera fluviatilis can be propagated by seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and placed in a rooting medium. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Mourera fluviatilis

Mourera fluviatilis is native to South America, Central America, and the Caribbean.

Mourera fluviatilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mourera fluviatilis?

Mourera fluviatilis

What is the common name of Mourera fluviatilis?

River Mourera

What is the family of Mourera fluviatilis?

Gesneriaceae

Species in the Podostemaceae family

Angolaea fluitans, Apinagia aripecuruensis, Apinagia arminensis, Apinagia batrachifolia, Apinagia boliviana, Apinagia brevicaulis, Apinagia crispa, Apinagia digitata, Apinagia dissecta, Apinagia divaricata, Apinagia fimbrifolia, Apinagia flexuosa, Apinagia fluitans, Apinagia fucoides, Apinagia gardneriana, Apinagia glaziovii, Apinagia goejei, Apinagia guairaensis, Apinagia guyanensis, Apinagia hulkiana, Apinagia itanensis, Apinagia kochii, Apinagia latifolia, Apinagia leptophylla, Apinagia longifolia, Apinagia marowynensis, Apinagia membranacea, Apinagia minor, Apinagia multibranchiata, Apinagia parvifolia, Apinagia petiolata, Apinagia platystigma, Apinagia pusilla, Apinagia rangiferina, Apinagia richardiana, Apinagia ruppioides, Apinagia spruceana, Apinagia staheliana, Apinagia surumuensis, Apinagia tenuifolia, Apinagia treslingiana, Apinagia versteegiana, Apinagia brejoagrestinensis, Autana andersonii, Castelnavia noveloi, Castelnavia cuneifolia, Castelnavia fimbriata, Castelnavia fluitans, Castelnavia lindmaniana, Castelnavia monandra,