Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
axilliflora
ID:
43654

Status:
valid

Authors:
(W.Fitzg. ex Ewart & Jean White) P.S.Short

Source:
gcc

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Muelleria 7(1): 111 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000042983



Common Names

  • Fitzwillia
  • Axilliflora
  • Fitzwillia Axilliflora


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Description

Fitzwillia axilliflora (also called False Dittany, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the southeastern United States. It has small, white flowers and narrow, lance-shaped leaves. It grows in dry woods, prairies, and open fields.

Uses & Benefits

Fitzwillia axilliflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of nectar for bees. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, headaches, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Fitzwillia axilliflora has white flowers with yellow centers and small, black seeds. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Fitzwillia axilliflora is a perennial shrub that is native to Mexico. It can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. When propagating from cuttings, take semi-ripe cuttings in late summer or early fall and root them in a sandy soil mix. When propagating from seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix in spring or early summer. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light. The plants will flower in late summer or early fall.

Where to Find Fitzwillia axilliflora

Fitzwillia axilliflora is native to Mexico, from the states of Oaxaca to Chiapas.

Fitzwillia axilliflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Fitzwillia axilliflora?

Fitzwillia axilliflora

What is the common name of Fitzwillia axilliflora?

Axillary Fitzwillia

What is the natural habitat of Fitzwillia axilliflora?

Fitzwillia axilliflora is native to the Mediterranean region.

Species in the Fitzwillia genus

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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-141582: Based on the initial data import
Philip Sydney Short (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.S.Short' in the authors string.
Alfred James Ewart (1872-1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ewart' in the authors string.
Jean White-Haney (1877-1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jean White' in the authors string.
William Vincent Fitzgerald (1867-1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.Fitzg.' in the authors string.