Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Species:
mellosilvae
ID:
1546756

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.Vilela & J.C.Lopes

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2021

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 520: 274 (2021)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000027394

Common Names

  • Hornschuchia mellosilvae
  • Mellosilvae's Hornschuchia
  • Mellosilvae Hornschuchia

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Description

Hornschuchia mellosilvae (also called mellosilvae hornschuchia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Europe and North Africa. It has a woody stem with alternate, ovate leaves and produces white flowers. It is found in dry forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Hornschuchia mellosilvae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hornschuchia mellosilvae is yellow with purple anthers. The seed is a small, black, oblong-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a yellow-green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hornschuchia mellosilvae is a perennial shrub that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Hornschuchia mellosilvae

Hornschuchia mellosilvae is native to the Mediterranean region.

Hornschuchia mellosilvae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hornschuchia mellosilvae?

Hornschuchia mellosilvae

What is the common name of Hornschuchia mellosilvae?

Mellow Silvian Hornschuchia

What type of plant is Hornschuchia mellosilvae?

Herbaceous perennial

Species in the Annonaceae family

Afroguatteria bequaertii, Afroguatteria globosa, Afroguatteria discostigma, Alphonsea boniana, Alphonsea curtisii, Alphonsea cylindrica, Alphonsea elliptica, Alphonsea gaudichaudiana, Alphonsea hainanensis, Alphonsea havilandii, Alphonsea hortensis, Alphonsea javanica, Alphonsea johorensis, Alphonsea keithii, Alphonsea kinabaluensis, Alphonsea kingii, Alphonsea lucida, Alphonsea lutea, Alphonsea maingayi, Alphonsea malayana, Alphonsea mollis, Alphonsea monogyna, Alphonsea orthopetala, Alphonsea ovata, Alphonsea papuasica, Alphonsea philastreana, Alphonsea siamensis, Alphonsea sonlaensis, Alphonsea stenogyna, Alphonsea tonquinensis, Alphonsea tsangyanensis, Alphonsea ventricosa, Alphonsea zeylanica, Alphonsea borneensis, Alphonsea rugosa, Alphonsea glandulosa, Alphonsea pallida, Alphonsea annulata, Alphonsea isthmicola, Alphonsea longicarpa, Alphonsea phuwuaensis, Ambavia capuronii, Ambavia gerrardii, Anaxagorea acuminata, Anaxagorea allenii, Anaxagorea angustifolia, Anaxagorea borneensis, Anaxagorea brachycarpa, Anaxagorea brevipedicellata, Anaxagorea brevipes,

References

POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77221366-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.