Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
mexicana
ID:
87433

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Sch.Bip.) R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1968

Citation Micro:
Sida 3: 282 (1968)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000086762



Common Names

  • Macvaughiella mexicana
  • Mexicana
  • Macvaughiella


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Description

Macvaughiella mexicana (also called Mexican Macvaughiella, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 0.6 m in height. It is native to Mexico and is found in dry and wet forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Macvaughiella mexicana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases and to reduce fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Macvaughiella mexicana has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green with long, thin stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Macvaughiella mexicana is a perennial herb native to Mexico. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Macvaughiella mexicana

Macvaughiella mexicana can be found in Mexico and Central America.

Macvaughiella mexicana FAQ

What type of plant is Macvaughiella mexicana?

Macvaughiella mexicana is a perennial herbaceous plant.

Where is Macvaughiella mexicana native to?

Macvaughiella mexicana is native to Mexico.

What is the growth habit of Macvaughiella mexicana?

Macvaughiella mexicana has a spreading growth habit.

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-43143: 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.
Carl Heinrich 'Bipontinus' Schultz (1805-1867): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sch.Bip.' in the authors string.