Status:
valid
Authors:
Hua
Source:
cmp
Year:
1893
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. (Morot) 7: 260 (1893)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000893762
Common Names
- Mocquerysia multiflora
- Mocquerysia
- Mocquerysia Tree
Description
Mocquerysia multiflora (also called Many-flowered Mocquerysia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South America. It grows in dry forests and disturbed areas. It has a short, erect stem and narrow, pointed leaves. The flowers are small and yellow in color.
Uses & Benefits
Mocquerysia multiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a forage crop for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Mocquerysia multiflora has small, white flowers with a pinkish tinge. Its seeds are small and round and its seedlings are thin and wiry.
Cultivation and Propagation
Mocquerysia multiflora is a perennial shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can tolerate some drought but will not thrive in overly wet conditions.
Where to Find Mocquerysia multiflora
Mocquerysia multiflora is native to South America and can be found in moist grasslands and open woodlands.
Mocquerysia multiflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Mocquerysia multiflora?
Mocquerysia multiflora
Where is Mocquerysia multiflora found?
Mocquerysia multiflora is found in South America, primarily in Brazil.
What type of climate does Mocquerysia multiflora prefer?
Mocquerysia multiflora prefers a tropical climate with high humidity and warm temperatures.
Species in the Mocquerysia genus
Species in the Salicaceae family
Abatia angeliana,
Abatia americana,
Abatia canescens,
Abatia glabra,
Abatia mexicana,
Abatia microphylla,
Abatia parviflora,
Abatia rugosa,
Abatia spicata,
Abatia stellata,
Azara alpina,
Azara celastrina,
Azara dentata,
Azara integrifolia,
Azara intermedia,
Azara lanceolata,
Azara microphylla,
Azara petiolaris,
Azara salicifolia,
Azara serrata,
Azara uruguayensis,
Banara acunae,
Banara arguta,
Banara axilliflora,
Banara boliviana,
Banara brasiliensis,
Banara brittonii,
Banara caymanensis,
Banara cordifolia,
Banara domingensis,
Banara excisa,
Banara glauca,
Banara guianensis,
Banara ibaguensis,
Banara larensis,
Banara leptophylla,
Banara minutiflora,
Banara nitida,
Banara orinocensis,
Banara parviflora,
Banara portoricensis,
Banara quinquenervis,
Banara regia,
Banara riparia,
Banara riscoi,
Banara saxicola,
Banara selleana,
Banara serrata,
Banara splendens,
Banara tomentosa,