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Description
Mutisia Acuminata is a beautiful flowering plant that belongs to the Asteraceae family. It is native to the Andes Mountains in South America, where it grows at high altitudes of up to 4000 meters. It has unique, trumpet-shaped blooms that are typically orange or yellow with red or brown centers. The plant is known for its long blooming period, which lasts from early summer through to fall.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukaryota |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Spermatophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Asterales |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Genus | Mutisia |
Appearance
Mutisia Acuminata is a perennial plant that can grow up to 3 meters tall. It has a woody stem and long, narrow leaves that are green and slightly hairy. The flowers are the most striking feature of the plant, and they grow in clusters at the top of the stem. They are trumpet-shaped, with 10 to 15 petals that are typically orange or yellow with red or brown centers. The blooms can be up to 8 cm in diameter and have a sweet, honey-like fragrance.
Care Guide
To care for Mutisia Acuminata, provide it with well-draining soil and water it regularly, but do not let the soil become waterlogged. Fertilize the plant every two weeks during the growing season with a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer. It prefers full sun to partial shade and can grow in hardiness zones 8 to 11.
Common Pests & Diseases
Mutisia Acuminata is relatively pest and disease-free, but it can be susceptible to powdery mildew and root rot if overwatered. To prevent these issues, avoid watering the plant too much and ensure it has good air circulation around the leaves.
Habitat
Mutisia Acuminata is native to the Andes Mountains in South America, where it grows at high altitudes of up to 4000 meters. It prefers rocky, well-draining soil and can grow in areas with a cool, moist climate.
Question and Answer
Q: Can Mutisia Acuminata be grown indoors?
A: While Mutisia Acuminata can be grown indoors, it prefers to be outside in full sun to partial shade.
Q: How often should I fertilize Mutisia Acuminata?
A: Fertilize the plant every two weeks during the growing season with a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer.
Q: What is the blooming period for Mutisia Acuminata?
A: Mutisia Acuminata has a long blooming period, which lasts from early summer through to fall.
Q: Can Mutisia Acuminata grow in hardiness zone 7?
A: Mutisia Acuminata prefers hardiness zones 8 to 11 and may not survive in zone 7.
Related Plants
Here are some related plants to Mutisia Acuminata:
- Mutisia Ilicina
- Mutisia Spinosa
- Mutisia Decurrens
- Mutisia Grandiflora
References
- https://www.gardenia.net/plant/mutisia-acuminata
- https://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?kempercode=d522
- https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/vines/mutisia/mutisia-plant-care.htm
