Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Species:
mameicillo
ID:
696612

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Schltdl.) Mez

Source:
cmp

Year:
1902

Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 236: 241 (1902)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000695945



Common Names

  • Geissanthus mameicillo
  • Mameicillo Geissanthus
  • Mameicillo Star


Searching for Geissanthus mameicillo? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Geissanthus mameicillo (also called 'Mameicillo', among many other common names) is a shrub native to Mexico. It typically grows to a height of 1-2 m and has small, oval-shaped leaves. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is often found in open woodlands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Geissanthus mameicillo is used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments, including fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Geissanthus mameicillo has white, star-shaped flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, round and black in colour. Its seedlings have oval-shaped leaves and a single stem.

Searching for Geissanthus mameicillo? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Geissanthus mameicillo can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Geissanthus mameicillo

Geissanthus mameicillo can be found in the Andes Mountains of Peru and Bolivia.

Geissanthus mameicillo FAQ

What is the scientific name of Geissanthus mameicillo?

Geissanthus mameicillo

What is the family of Geissanthus mameicillo?

Gesneriaceae

What is the common name of Geissanthus mameicillo?

Mameicillo Gesneria

Species in the Geissanthus genus

Geissanthus abditus, Geissanthus ambiguus, Geissanthus andinus, Geissanthus angustiflorus, Geissanthus argutus, Geissanthus bangii, Geissanthus barraganus, Geissanthus betancurii, Geissanthus bogotensis, Geissanthus boliviana, Geissanthus callejasii, Geissanthus carchianus, Geissanthus cestrifolius, Geissanthus challuayacus, Geissanthus cogolloi, Geissanthus dentatus, Geissanthus durifolius, Geissanthus ecuadorensis, Geissanthus fallenae, Geissanthus floccosus, Geissanthus floribundus, Geissanthus fragrans, Geissanthus francoae, Geissanthus furfuraceus, Geissanthus glaber, Geissanthus goudotianus, Geissanthus haenkeanus, Geissanthus kalbreyeri, Geissanthus lehmannii, Geissanthus lepidotus, Geissanthus longistamineus, Geissanthus longistylus, Geissanthus mameicillo, Geissanthus mezianus, Geissanthus multiflorus, Geissanthus myrianthus, Geissanthus occidentalis, Geissanthus pentlandii, Geissanthus perpuncticulosus, Geissanthus peruvianus, Geissanthus pichinchae, Geissanthus pyramidatus, Geissanthus quindiensis, Geissanthus sararensis, Geissanthus scrobiculatus, Geissanthus serulatus, Geissanthus sessiliflorus, Geissanthus sodiroanus, Geissanthus spectabilis, Geissanthus submembranaceus,

Species in the Primulaceae family

Aegiceras corniculatum, Aegiceras floridum, Amblyanthopsis bhotanica, Amblyanthopsis membranacea, Amblyanthopsis philippinensis, Amblyanthus glandulosus, Amblyanthus multiflorus, Amblyanthus obovatus, Amblyanthus praetervisus, Androsace beringensis, Androsace idahoensis, Androsace adenocephala, Androsace adfinis, Androsace aflatunensis, Androsace aizoon, Androsace akbajtalensis, Androsace alaica, Androsace alaschanica, Androsace alaskana, Androsace albana, Androsace alchemilloides, Androsace alpina, Androsace americana, Androsace apus, Androsace aretioides, Androsace aretioides, Androsace argentea, Androsace armeniaca, Androsace axillaris, Androsace baltistanica, Androsace bidentata, Androsace bisulca, Androsace brachystegia, Androsace brahmaputrae, Androsace brevis, Androsace bryomorpha, Androsace bulleyana, Androsace bungeana, Androsace caduca, Androsace caespitosa, Androsace cernuiflora, Androsace chaixii, Androsace chamaejasme, Androsace ciliata, Androsace ciliifolia, Androsace constancei, Androsace coronata, Androsace cortusifolia, Androsace croftii, Androsace cuscutiformis,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2818586: Based on the initial data import
Diederich Franz Leonhard von Schlechtendal (1794-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltdl.' in the authors string.
Carl Christian Mez (1866-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mez' in the authors string.