Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
yuccoides
ID:
762239

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.Koch

Source:
wcs

Year:
1859

Citation Micro:
Wochenschr. Gärtnerei Pflanzenk. 2: 337 (1859)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000761572



Common Names

  • Beschorneria yuccoides
  • Yuccoides Beschorneria
  • Yuccoides Agave


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Description

Beschorneria yuccoides (also called Yucca-Leaved Beschorneria, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Mexico. It has lance-shaped leaves and red flowers. It grows in grassy meadows, woodlands, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Beschorneria yuccoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headache, and stomachache.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Beschorneria yuccoides sub. dekosteriana (K.Koch) García-Mend.
Beschorneria yuccoides sub. yuccoides

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Beschorneria yuccoides is white and has 6 petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Beschorneria yuccoides is a hardy perennial plant that can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil and is drought tolerant. It can be grown from seed, but this is a slow process and the seedlings may not be true to type.

Where to Find Beschorneria yuccoides

Beschorneria yuccoides is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Baja California, Sonora, and Sinaloa.

Beschorneria yuccoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Beschorneria yuccoides?

Beschorneria yuccoides

What is the common name of Beschorneria yuccoides?

Yucca-like Beschorneria

What is the natural habitat of Beschorneria yuccoides?

Grassy slopes, rocky outcrops, and scrubland

Species in the Asparagaceae family

Acanthocarpus canaliculatus, Acanthocarpus humilis, Acanthocarpus parviflorus, Acanthocarpus preissii, Acanthocarpus robustus, Acanthocarpus rupestris, Acanthocarpus verticillatus, Agave acicularis, Agave acklinicola, Agave ajoensis, Agave aktites, Agave albescens, Agave albomarginata, Agave americana, Agave angustiarum, Agave angustifolia, Agave anomala, Agave antillarum, Agave apedicellata, Agave applanata, Agave arizonica, Agave arubensis, Agave asperrima, Agave atrovirens, Agave attenuata, Agave aurea, Agave avellanidens, Agave bahamana, Agave bicolor, Agave boldinghiana, Agave bovicornuta, Agave braceana, Agave bracteosa, Agave brevipetala, Agave brevispina, Agave brittoniana, Agave brunnea, Agave bulliana, Agave cacozela, Agave cajalbanensis, Agave calodonta, Agave capensis, Agave caribaeicola, Agave cerulata, Agave chamelensis, Agave chiapensis, Agave chrysantha, Agave chrysoglossa, Agave cocui, Agave collina,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-300570: Based on the initial data import
Karl Koch (1809-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Koch' in the authors string.