Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
estradii
ID:
66345

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.L.Turner

Source:
gcc

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 78: 211-213 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000065674



Common Names

  • Hydropectis Estradii
  • Estradii Water-Purslane
  • Estradii Water-Purslane


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Description

Hydropectis estradii (also called Estrada's Hydropectis, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub in the nettle family. It has an upright, spreading habit with small, white flowers and dark green, glossy leaves. It is native to South America, from Venezuela to Argentina, and is found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Hydropectis estradii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It has a wide variety of medicinal uses, including treating digestive problems, skin diseases, and respiratory ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hydropectis estradii is a yellow-green disc-shaped flower head, with many yellow ray florets around the edge. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hydropectis estradii is a perennial herb that is propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Hydropectis estradii

Hydropectis estradii is native to Brazil and can be found in the states of Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo.

Hydropectis estradii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hydropectis estradii?

Hydropectis estradii

What is the natural habitat of Hydropectis estradii?

It is found in dry, rocky habitats in Mexico and Central America.

What is the conservation status of Hydropectis estradii?

It is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.

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-22578: Based on the initial data import
Billie Lee Turner (1925-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Turner' in the authors string.