Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ehrenbergii
ID:
246981

Status:
valid

Authors:
(O.Berg) Landrum

Source:
wcs

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Novon 2: 28 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000246313

Common Names

  • Mosiera ehrenbergii
  • Ehrenbergii Moss
  • Mossy Ehrenbergii

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Description

Mosiera ehrenbergii (also called Mosiera ehrenbergii, among many other common names) is a small shrub or subshrub with small, ovate leaves and white flowers. It is native to Cuba and Hispaniola and is found in dry forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Mosiera ehrenbergii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower in floral arrangements. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mosiera ehrenbergii is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed with a hard outer coating. The seedlings of this plant are thin, light green and have a single, long stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mosiera ehrenbergii is a species of orchid native to Mexico. It is an epiphytic orchid, growing in humid, shady areas, and prefers well-draining soil. Propagation is usually done through division of the plant. It can also be propagated from seed, but this is a slow process.

Where to Find Mosiera ehrenbergii

Mosiera ehrenbergii is native to Central America and the Caribbean.

Mosiera ehrenbergii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mosiera ehrenbergii?

Mosiera ehrenbergii

What is the family of Mosiera ehrenbergii?

Acanthaceae

What is the common name of Mosiera ehrenbergii?

Ehrenbergii Mosiera

Species in the Myrtaceae family

Acca lanuginosa, Acca macrostema, Accara elegans, Actinodium cunninghamii, Agonis baxteri, Agonis flexuosa, Agonis grandiflora, Agonis theiformis, Agonis undulata, Agonis hypericifolia, Algrizea macrochlamys, Algrizea minor, Allosyncarpia ternata, Aluta appressa, Aluta aspera, Aluta maisonneuvei, Aluta quadrata, Aluta teres, Amomyrtella irregularis, Amomyrtella guilii, Amomyrtus luma, Amomyrtus meli, Angophora bakeri, Angophora clelandi, Angophora costata, Angophora crassifolia, Angophora dichromophloia, Angophora euryphylla, Angophora exul, Angophora floribunda, Angophora hispida, Angophora inopina, Angophora leiocarpa, Angophora melanoxylon, Angophora paludosa, Angophora robur, Angophora subvelutina, Angophora woodsiana, Angophora clelandii, Anticoryne diosmoides, Anticoryne ovalifolia, Anticoryne melanosperma, Archirhodomyrtus baladensis, Archirhodomyrtus beckleri, Archirhodomyrtus paitensis, Archirhodomyrtus turbinata, Archirhodomyrtus vieillardii, Arillastrum gummiferum, Astartea aspera, Astartea corniculata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-130148: Based on the initial data import
Otto Karl Berg (1815-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.Berg' in the authors string.
Leslie R. Landrum (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Landrum' in the authors string.