Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
sharpii
ID:
1319626

Status:
valid

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

Source:
ipni

Year:
2011

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001332080



Common Names

  • Dendroviguiera sharpii
  • Sharpii Dendroviguiera
  • Sharpii's Dendroviguiera


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Description

Dendroviguiera sharpii (also called Dendroviguiera sharpii, 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 sharpii 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

Dendroviguiera sharpii has white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dendroviguiera sharpii 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 sharpii

Dendroviguiera sharpii is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Guerrero and Oaxaca.

Dendroviguiera sharpii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dendroviguiera sharpii?

Dendroviguiera sharpii

What is the common name of Dendroviguiera sharpii?

Sharp's Dendroviguiera

How much light does Dendroviguiera sharpii 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

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.