Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
marrubiifolium
ID:
1416913

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Epling & Mathias) Harley & J.F.B.Pastore

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 58: 31 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001429378

Common Names

  • Mesosphaerum marrubiifolium
  • Horehound-Leaved Mesosphaerum
  • Horehound-Leaved Mesosphaerum

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Description

Mesosphaerum marrubiifolium (also called marrubium-leaved mesosphaerum, among many other common names) is a shrub species in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to Southeast Asia and grows in tropical and subtropical forests. It is a small shrub, usually less than 2 m tall, with small white flowers and oval-shaped leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Mesosphaerum marrubiifolium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating fever, headaches, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mesosphaerum marrubiifolium is a white to yellowish-white, tubular corolla with a yellowish-green throat. The seed is a small, black, oblong-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, erect, herbaceous plant.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mesosphaerum marrubiifolium is a shrub native to Fiji. It is a hardy species that can tolerate a wide range of soils and is relatively drought-tolerant. Propagation is best done from seed, which should be sown in a well-drained, fertile soil. The seedlings should be kept moist and in a sunny location. Cuttings can also be taken from mature plants.

Where to Find Mesosphaerum marrubiifolium

Mesosphaerum marrubiifolium is found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Mesosphaerum marrubiifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mesosphaerum marrubiifolium?

Mesosphaerum marrubiifolium

What is the common name of Mesosphaerum marrubiifolium?

Horehound-leaved Mesosphaerum

What is the natural habitat of Mesosphaerum marrubiifolium?

Dry, rocky areas in the tropical forests of Central and South America

Species in the Lamiaceae family

Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,

References

Mildred Esther Mathias (1906-1995): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mathias' in the authors string.
Carl Epling (1894-1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Epling' in the authors string.
Raymond Mervyn Harley (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harley' in the authors string.
José Floriano Barêa Pastore (b.1979): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.F.B.Pastore' in the authors string.