Status:
valid
Authors:
Rzed. & Calderón
Source:
ipni
Year:
2013
Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Mex. 103: 15 (2013)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001336664
Common Names
- Juarezensis Oxylobus
- Juarezensis
- Oxylobus Juarezensis
Description
Oxylobus juarezensis (also called 'Juarez Oxylobus', among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to China, Japan, and Korea. It grows in moist forests, along riverbanks, and in mountain valleys. It has an erect stem, with lanceolate leaves and small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Oxylobus juarezensis is a medicinal plant that is used to treat fever, coughs, and other respiratory ailments. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat skin diseases and as an antiseptic.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Oxylobus juarezensis is a yellow-green color and has five petals. The seed is small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Oxylobus juarezensis can be propagated by seed or by division of the offsets. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water sparingly and fertilize lightly in spring and summer.
Where to Find Oxylobus juarezensis
Oxylobus juarezensis can be found in Mexico.
Oxylobus juarezensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Oxylobus juarezensis?
Oxylobus juarezensis
What is the common name of Oxylobus juarezensis?
Juarez oxylobus
What is the natural habitat of Oxylobus juarezensis?
Dry, rocky slopes and open woodlands
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Abrotanella inconspicua,
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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,
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Acanthocladium dockeri,
Acanthodesmos distichus,
Acanthodesmos gibarensis,
Acanthospermum humile,
Acanthospermum consobrinum,
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Acanthospermum microcarpum,
Acanthospermum hispidum,
Acanthospermum australe,
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Acanthostyles buniifolius,
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Achillea buiana,
Achillea conrathii,
Achillea cucullata,
Achillea styriaca,
Achillea clavennae,
Achillea cappadocica,
Achillea huber-morathii,
Achillea ptarmicoides,
Achillea sieheana,
Achillea barrelieri,