Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
ustulata
ID:
472013

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.Muell. ex Ewart & Sharman) B.G.Briggs & L.A.S.Johnson

Source:
wcs

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Telopea 7: 362 (1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000471345



Common Names

  • Melanostachya ustulata
  • Ustulata Melanostachya
  • Ustulata's Melanostachya


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Synonyms

  • Restio ustulatus F.Muell. ex Ewart & Sharman [unknown]

Description

Melanostachya ustulata (also called 'Ustulate Melanostachya', among many other common names) is a species of shrub in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to tropical regions of Africa and grows in moist, shady forests.

Uses & Benefits

Melanostachya ustulata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, coughs, and colds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Melanostachya ustulata is small, white and bell-shaped. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Melanostachya ustulata is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 2 m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil mix.

Where to Find Melanostachya ustulata

Melanostachya ustulata can be found in Central and South America.

Melanostachya ustulata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Melanostachya ustulata?

Melanostachya ustulata

What is the common name of Melanostachya ustulata?

N/A

Where is Melanostachya ustulata found?

South Africa

Species in the Melanostachya genus

Species in the Restionaceae family

Alexgeorgea ganopoda, Alexgeorgea nitens, Alexgeorgea subterranea, Anarthria gracilis, Anarthria humilis, Anarthria laevis, Anarthria polyphylla, Anarthria prolifera, Anarthria scabra, Anthochortus capensis, Anthochortus crinalis, Anthochortus ecklonii, Anthochortus graminifolius, Anthochortus insignis, Anthochortus laxiflorus, Anthochortus singularis, Aphelia brizula, Aphelia cyperoides, Aphelia drummondii, Aphelia gracilis, Aphelia nutans, Aphelia pumilio, Apodasmia brownii, Apodasmia chilensis, Apodasmia similis, Apodasmia ceramophila, Askidiosperma alboaristatum, Askidiosperma alticola, Askidiosperma andreaeanum, Askidiosperma capitatum, Askidiosperma chartaceum, Askidiosperma delicatulum, Askidiosperma esterhuyseniae, Askidiosperma insigne, Askidiosperma longiflorum, Askidiosperma nitidum, Askidiosperma paniculatum, Askidiosperma rugosum, Askidiosperma alticolum, Baloskion australe, Baloskion fimbriatum, Baloskion gracile, Baloskion longipes, Baloskion pallens, Baloskion stenocoleum, Baloskion tenuiculme, Baloskion tetraphyllum, Calorophus elongatus, Calorophus erostris, Cannomois aristata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-254343: Based on the initial data import
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
Alfred James Ewart (1872-1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ewart' in the authors string.
Percy J. Sharman: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sharman' in the authors string.
Lawrence Alexander Sidney Johnson (1925-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.A.S.Johnson' in the authors string.
Barbara G. Briggs (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.G.Briggs' in the authors string.