Habranthus mexicanus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mexicanus
ID:
647090
Status:
valid
Authors:
T.M.Howard
Source:
wcs
Year:
1996
Citation Micro:
Herbertia 51: 42 (1996)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000646422
Common Names
- Mexicanus Habranthus
- Habranthus Mexicanus
- Mexicanus Dictyoneura
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Habranthus mexicanus (also called Habranthus mexicanus, among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant with short, thick rhizomes and short-stalked leaves. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Habranthus mexicanus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for medicinal purposes, such as treating skin diseases, wounds, and inflammation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Habranthus mexicanus is a small, yellow, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Habranthus mexicanus can be propagated from seeds or offsets. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept in a warm, bright location. Offsets can be divided from the parent plant and planted in a well-draining potting mix.
Where to Find Habranthus mexicanus
Habranthus mexicanus can be found in Mexico, Guatemala, and El Salvador.
Habranthus mexicanus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Habranthus mexicanus?
Habranthus mexicanus
What is the natural habitat of Habranthus mexicanus?
Habranthus mexicanus is native to Central and South America.
What is the average height of Habranthus mexicanus?
Habranthus mexicanus can reach heights of up to 1.5 meters.
Species in the Habranthus genus
Habranthus albispiritus, Habranthus andalgalensis, Habranthus araguaiensis, Habranthus argentinus, Habranthus bahiensis, Habranthus barrosianus, Habranthus brachyandrus, Habranthus caeruleus, Habranthus cardenasianus, Habranthus carmineus, Habranthus catamarcensis, Habranthus chacoensis, Habranthus concinnus, Habranthus cordobensis, Habranthus crassibulbus, Habranthus datensis, Habranthus duarteanus, Habranthus erectus, Habranthus estensis, Habranthus gameleirensis, Habranthus goianus, Habranthus gracilifolius, Habranthus guachipensis, Habranthus immaculatus, Habranthus irwinianus, Habranthus ischihualastus, Habranthus itaobinus, Habranthus jamesonii, Habranthus jujuyensis, Habranthus lacteus, Habranthus leonensis, Habranthus leptandrus, Habranthus longipes, Habranthus maasii, Habranthus magnoi, Habranthus martinezii, Habranthus matacus, Habranthus mendocensis, Habranthus mexicanus, Habranthus microcarpus, Habranthus millarensis, Habranthus niveus, Habranthus oaxacanus, Habranthus oltanus, Habranthus oranensis, Habranthus pantanalensis, Habranthus pedunculosus, Habranthus pictus, Habranthus quilmesianus, Habranthus riojanus,
Species in the Amaryllidaceae family
Acis autumnalis, Acis longifolia, Acis rosea, Acis trichophylla, Acis fabrei, Acis nicaeensis, Acis tingitana, Acis trichophylla, Acis valentina, Acis ionica, Agapanthus africanus, Agapanthus campanulatus, Agapanthus caulescens, Agapanthus coddii, Agapanthus inapertus, Agapanthus praecox, Agapanthus walshii, Allium aaseae, Allium abramsii, Allium acidoides, Allium aciphyllum, Allium acuminatum, Allium acutiflorum, Allium aegilicum, Allium affine, Allium afghanicum, Allium aflatunense, Allium agrigentinum, Allium akaka, Allium alabasicum, Allium alaicum, Allium albiflorum, Allium albotunicatum, Allium albovianum, Allium alexandrae, Allium alexeianum, Allium alibile, Allium alpinarii, Allium altaicum, Allium altissimum, Allium altyncolicum, Allium amethystinum, Allium ampeloprasum, Allium amphibolum, Allium amplectens, Allium anacoleum, Allium anatolicum, Allium anceps, Allium angulosum, Allium anisopodium,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-276714: Based on the initial data import
Thaddeus Monroe Howard (b.1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.M.Howard' in the authors string.