Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
yucatanensis
ID:
29929

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.L.Nesom

Source:
gcc

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 67: 160 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000029258



Common Names

  • Pluchea Yucatanensis
  • Yucatan Marsh Fleabane
  • Yucatan Pluchea


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Description

Pluchea yucatanensis (also called Yucatan Pluchea, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Central and South America. It has a dense, rounded habit and is covered in small, white flowers. It grows in dry, rocky soils and is often found in open woodlands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Pluchea yucatanensis is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and digestive problems. It is also used as an ornamental plant, for its attractive foliage and bright yellow flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pluchea yucatanensis is a white, star-shaped flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pluchea yucatanensis is a perennial shrub native to Mexico and Central America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and treated with a rooting hormone before planting in a well-draining soil mix. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Pluchea yucatanensis

Pluchea yucatanensis is native to Mexico and can be found in areas such as the Yucatan Peninsula.

Pluchea yucatanensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pluchea yucatanensis?

Pluchea yucatanensis

What is the native range of Pluchea yucatanensis?

Central America

What type of soil does Pluchea yucatanensis prefer?

Moist, well-drained soil

Species in the Pluchea genus

Pluchea bojeri, Pluchea lanuginosa, Pluchea arabica, Pluchea kelleri, Pluchea bequaertii, Pluchea succulenta, Pluchea littoralis, Pluchea nogalensis, Pluchea camphorata, Pluchea sagittalis, Pluchea mollis, Pluchea wallichiana, Pluchea grevei, Pluchea sordida, Pluchea yucatanensis, Pluchea linearifolia, Pluchea lycioides, Pluchea biformis, Pluchea dentex, Pluchea somaliensis, Pluchea fiebrigii, Pluchea aphanantha, Pluchea baccharis, Pluchea chapmanii, Pluchea obovata, Pluchea arguta, Pluchea salicifolia, Pluchea glutinosa, Pluchea dunlopii, Pluchea heterophylla, Pluchea laxiflora, Pluchea dioscoridis, Pluchea sarcophylla, Pluchea doniana, Pluchea zamalloae, Pluchea rubelliflora, Pluchea indica, Pluchea glutinosa, Pluchea lanceolata, Pluchea tomentosa, Pluchea microcephala, Pluchea dioscoridis, Pluchea longifolia, Pluchea chingoyo, Pluchea mexicana, Pluchea oblongifolia, Pluchea ferdinandi-muelleri, Pluchea polygonata, Pluchea fosbergii, Pluchea pteropoda,

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-128278: Based on the initial data import
Guy L. Nesom (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.L.Nesom' in the authors string.