Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
missionis
ID:
1251873

Status:
valid

Authors:
Malme

Source:
tro

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001251211



Common Names

  • Erechtites
  • Mission Erechtites
  • Missionis Erechtites


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Description

Erechtites missionis (also called Mission Fleabane, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to the Caribbean, Mexico, Central America, and South America. It is found in a variety of habitats, from dry to moist, and is often found in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Erechtites missionis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and stomach aches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Erechtites missionis are small, white and bell-shaped. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erechtites missionis is a shrub that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained, fertile soil and full sun. It can be propagated by division or cuttings. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a sandy, well-drained mix. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm, bright spot until they have rooted.

Where to Find Erechtites missionis

Erechtites missionis is found in the cloud forests of Costa Rica.

Erechtites missionis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erechtites missionis?

Erechtites missionis

What is the common name of Erechtites missionis?

Mission Erechtites

What is the natural habitat of Erechtites missionis?

Tropical and subtropical moist montane forests

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,

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