Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
oaxacana
ID:
1319622

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Greenm.) E.E.Schill. & Panero

Source:
ipni

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 167(3): 326 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001332076

Common Names

  • Dendroviguiera oaxacana
  • Oaxacana Dendroviguiera
  • Oaxacana's Dendroviguiera

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Description

Dendroviguiera oaxacana (also called Dendroviguiera oaxacana, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to Mexico. This species is found in open, disturbed areas and grasslands at elevations of 1,200–2,400 m.

Uses & Benefits

Dendroviguiera oaxacana is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and stomach ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dendroviguiera oaxacana is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and green with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dendroviguiera oaxacana is an evergreen shrub that is propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and does not require much maintenance.

Where to Find Dendroviguiera oaxacana

Dendroviguiera oaxacana is native to Mexico and can be found in the state of Oaxaca.

Dendroviguiera oaxacana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dendroviguiera oaxacana?

Dendroviguiera oaxacana

What is the common name of Dendroviguiera oaxacana?

Oaxacan Dendroviguiera

How much light does Dendroviguiera oaxacana need?

Full sun to partial shade

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

Jesse More Greenman (1867-1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greenm.' in the authors string.
José L. Panero (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Panero' in the authors string.
Edward E. Schilling (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.E.Schill.' in the authors string.