Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mirabaliarum
ID:
10694

Status:
valid

Authors:
Jiménez Rodr. & Katinas

Source:
gcc

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 29(4): 992 (-1002; figs. 1-3) (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000010023



Common Names

  • Salcedoa
  • Mirabel's salcedoa
  • Mirabel's salvia


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Description

Salcedoa mirabaliarum (also called Mirabel's Salcedoa, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 meter tall. It is native to Mexico, Central America, and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical forests, and in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Salcedoa mirabaliarum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a food source for livestock and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Salcedoa mirabaliarum is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Salcedoa mirabaliarum is a perennial plant native to South America. It can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of drought and heat, but not of frost. It can be propagated by division or seed.

Where to Find Salcedoa mirabaliarum

Salcedoa mirabaliarum is native to Central America and can be found in dry, rocky habitats. It is also cultivated as an ornamental plant.

Salcedoa mirabaliarum FAQ

What is the average height of Salcedoa mirabaliarum?

Salcedoa mirabaliarum typically grows to a height of 0.5-1 m.

What is the best soil type for Salcedoa mirabaliarum?

Salcedoa mirabaliarum prefers well-drained, sandy soils.

What is the best climate for Salcedoa mirabaliarum?

Salcedoa mirabaliarum prefers a warm, dry climate.

Species in the Salcedoa 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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-109706: Based on the initial data import
Liliana Katinas (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Katinas' in the authors string.
Francisco Jiménez Rodríguez (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jiménez Rodr.' in the authors string.