Montanoa wercklei - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
wercklei
ID:
26113
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Berger
Source:
gcc
Year:
1911
Citation Micro:
Gard. Chron. ser. 3, 50: 122. 1911
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000025442
Common Names
- Montanoa Wercklei
- Werckle's Montanoa
- Montanoa
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Montanoa wercklei (also called Werckle's Montanoa, among many other common names) is a perennial plant with small, yellow flowers and long, narrow leaves. It is native to Central America and grows in dry, rocky areas.
Uses & Benefits
Montanoa wercklei is used for its medicinal properties, as an ornamental plant, and for its essential oils.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Montanoa wercklei is a yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedling is a small, oval-shaped rosette of basal leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Montanoa wercklei is a perennial shrub native to Mexico. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Keep in a warm, bright location and water regularly.
Where to Find Montanoa wercklei
Montanoa wercklei is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Oaxaca, Puebla, and Veracruz.
Montanoa wercklei FAQ
What is the scientific name of Montanoa wercklei?
Montanoa wercklei
What is the natural habitat of Montanoa wercklei?
Grasslands and open woodlands
What are the common uses of Montanoa wercklei?
Medicinal and ornamental purposes
Species in the Montanoa genus
Montanoa speciosa, Montanoa leucantha, Montanoa karwinskii, Montanoa echinacea, Montanoa dumicola, Montanoa tomentosa, Montanoa angulata, Montanoa quadrangularis, Montanoa tehuacana, Montanoa wercklei, Montanoa frutescens, Montanoa mollissima, Montanoa atriplicifolia, Montanoa frutescens, Montanoa standleyi, Montanoa hibiscifolia, Montanoa hexagona, Montanoa arborescens, Montanoa bipinnatifida, Montanoa ovalifolia, Montanoa liebmannii, Montanoa josei, Montanoa andersonii, Montanoa gigas, Montanoa guatemalensis, Montanoa pteropoda, Montanoa fragrans, Montanoa revealii, Montanoa imbricata, Montanoa karvinskii, Montanoa laskowskii, Montanoa orbigynana, Montanoa serboana, Montanoa grandiflora,
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-124576: Based on the initial data import
Alwin Berger (1871-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Berger' in the authors string.