Status:
valid
Authors:
(Blume) Hook.f. & Thomson
Source:
ksu
Year:
1855
Citation Micro:
Fl. Ind. 1: 113 (1855)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000371616
Common Names
- Mitrephora obtusa
- Obtuse Starburst
- Obtuse Starburst Flower
Description
Mitrephora obtusa (also called 'Obtuse Mitrephora', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a spreading crown, growing up to 5 m tall. It is native to tropical Africa, from Sierra Leone to Angola, and is found in lowland rainforest, swamp forest, and gallery forest habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Mitrephora obtusa is used as an ornamental plant, as a source of food for livestock, and as a medicinal plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Mitrephora obtusa is a small, yellowish-white daisy-like flower. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Mitrephora obtusa is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some flooding. It can be grown in containers and will spread slowly over time.
Where to Find Mitrephora obtusa
Mitrephora obtusa can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Mitrephora obtusa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Mitrephora obtusa?
Mitrephora obtusa
What are the common names of Mitrephora obtusa?
Blunt mite-orchid
What is the natural habitat of Mitrephora obtusa?
Tropical and subtropical forests
Species in the Mitrephora genus
Mitrephora keithii,
Mitrephora maingayi,
Mitrephora lanotan,
Mitrephora longipetala,
Mitrephora korthalsiana,
Mitrephora glabra,
Mitrephora grandiflora,
Mitrephora harae,
Mitrephora pictiflora,
Mitrephora polypyrena,
Mitrephora reflexa,
Mitrephora rufescens,
Mitrephora pallens,
Mitrephora obtusa,
Mitrephora simeuluensis,
Mitrephora vittata,
Mitrephora clemensiorum,
Mitrephora samarensis,
Mitrephora fragrans,
Mitrephora diversifolia,
Mitrephora ferruginea,
Mitrephora weberi,
Mitrephora vulpina,
Mitrephora williamsii,
Mitrephora winitii,
Mitrephora woodii,
Mitrephora andamanica,
Mitrephora alba,
Mitrephora basilanensis,
Mitrephora cagayanensis,
Mitrephora poilanei,
Mitrephora petelotii,
Mitrephora phanrangensis,
Mitrephora sirikitiae,
Mitrephora amdjahii,
Mitrephora macrocarpa,
Mitrephora kostermansii,
Mitrephora endertii,
Mitrephora multifolia,
Mitrephora uniflora,
Mitrephora sorsogonensis,
Mitrephora sundaica,
Mitrephora tomentosa,
Mitrephora macclurei,
Mitrephora heyneana,
Mitrephora wangii,
Mitrephora imbricatarum-apicum,
Mitrephora calcarea,
Mitrephora monocarpa,
Mitrephora chulabhorniana,
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,