Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
oaxacensis
ID:
45832

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.M.King & H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 16: 642 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000045161



Common Names

  • Oaxaca Macvaughiella
  • Macvaughiella
  • Oaxaca Macvaughiella


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Description

Macvaughiella oaxacensis (also called Oaxacan Macvaughiella, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Mexico. It is found in tropical dry forests, in areas with low rainfall.

Uses & Benefits

Macvaughiella oaxacensis is used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments, as a source of timber for furniture and construction, and as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Macvaughiella oaxacensis is yellow and has a diameter of about 2 cm. The seed is an achene, which is small and brown. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Macvaughiella oaxacensis is a perennial herb that grows in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soils. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a sunny position. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plants should be divided every 3-4 years to ensure healthy growth.

Where to Find Macvaughiella oaxacensis

Macvaughiella oaxacensis is native to Mexico.

Macvaughiella oaxacensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Macvaughiella oaxacensis?

Macvaughiella oaxacensis

What is the common name of Macvaughiella oaxacensis?

Oaxacan Macvaughiella

What is the natural habitat of Macvaughiella oaxacensis?

Rocky slopes and cliffs

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

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.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:305240-2: Based on the initial data import