Mazus surculosus
Mazus surculosus, commonly known as suckering mazus,[1] is a species of herbaceous perennial groundcover native to Bhutan, China, India, and Nepal.[2]
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Kingdom: | Plantae |
Clade: | Tracheophytes |
Clade: | Angiosperms |
Clade: | Eudicots |
Clade: | Asterids |
Order: | Lamiales |
Family: | Mazaceae |
Genus: | Mazus |
Species: | M. surculosus |
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Description
This species can grow to 8 cm (3.1 in) tall. It spreads rapidly via stolons which root at the nodes. The obovate leaves are 2–7 cm (0.79–2.76 in) long.[3] The blue or white flowers are 4–8 mm (0.16–0.31 in) long and appear between the months of June and July. The smooth seeds are stored within an ovoid capsule.[2]
Habitat
This species is found at high altitudes within the Himalayas mountain range.[4] It is found between altitudes of 2000-3000 metres. It is often found in grassy areas nearby forests.[2]
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References
- efloraofindia - Mazus surculosus, retrieved 9 March 2019
- efloraofchina - Mazus surculosus, retrieved 10 March 2019
- Janaki Ammal Herbarium, retrieved 10 March 2019
- efloraofnepal - Mazus surculosus, retrieved 10 March 2019
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