Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
austin-smithii
ID:
1321388

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Standl.) Pruski

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Phytoneuron 2012-50: 6 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001333842



Common Names

  • Ortizacalia austin-smithii
  • Austin-Smith's Ortizacalia
  • Austin-Smith's Ortizacalia


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Description

Ortizacalia austin-smithii (also called Austin-Smith's Ortizacalia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is native to Mexico. It is found in dry, sandy soils in open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Ortizacalia austin-smithii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, cough, and colds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ortizacalia austin-smithii has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ortizacalia austin-smithii is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C. Pruning is recommended to maintain the shape of the plant.

Where to Find Ortizacalia austin-smithii

Ortizacalia austin-smithii is found in Mexico.

Ortizacalia austin-smithii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ortizacalia austin-smithii?

Ortizacalia austin-smithii

What is the common name of Ortizacalia austin-smithii?

Austin-Smith's Ortizacalia

What is the family of Ortizacalia austin-smithii?

Brassicaceae

Species in the Ortizacalia genus

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

Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.
John Francis Pruski (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pruski' in the authors string.