Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
standleyi
ID:
33166

Status:
valid

Authors:
(S.F.Blake) R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1966

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 12: 467 (1966)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000032495



Common Names

  • Standley's Hofmeisteria
  • Standley's False-mallow
  • Standley's False Mallow


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Synonyms

  • Fleischmannia standleyi S.F.Blake [unknown]

Description

Hofmeisteria standleyi (also called Standley's Hofmeisteria, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Central and South America. It has oval leaves and white flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Hofmeisteria standleyi is a flowering plant that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used medicinally to treat a variety of ailments, including colds, coughs, and digestive issues. In addition, it is known to have antifungal and antibacterial properties, making it a useful plant for treating skin conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hofmeisteria standleyi has white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hofmeisteria standleyi is a shrub native to Mexico and Guatemala. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. When propagating from seed, it is best to sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist. When propagating from cuttings, it is best to take stem cuttings in the spring or summer and root them in a moist soil mix. Once the cuttings have rooted, they can be transplanted into individual pots.

Where to Find Hofmeisteria standleyi

Hofmeisteria standleyi is native to Central America and can be found in dry grasslands, rocky slopes, and open woodlands.

Hofmeisteria standleyi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hofmeisteria standleyi?

Hofmeisteria standleyi

What type of plant is Hofmeisteria standleyi?

It is a perennial herb

What is the natural habitat of Hofmeisteria standleyi?

It is found in dry, rocky areas

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-131422: Based on the initial data import
Robert Merrill King (1930-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.King' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Sidney Fay Blake (1892-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.F.Blake' in the authors string.