Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
mexicanum
ID:
134907

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sch.Bip. ex Benth.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1872

Citation Micro:
Hooker's Icon. Pl. 12: t. 1102 (1872)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000134236



Common Names

  • Mexican Stachycephalum
  • Mexican Stachy-cephalum
  • Mexican Stachy Cephalum


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Description

Stachycephalum mexicanum (also called Mexican Stachycephalum, among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 1.5 meters tall. It is native to Mexico and Central America and is found in dry forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Stachycephalum mexicanum is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is used in traditional Chinese medicine for treating fever, inflammation, and pain.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Stachycephalum mexicanum has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stachycephalum mexicanum is a perennial shrub that grows up to 1.5 meters in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Stachycephalum mexicanum

Stachycephalum mexicanum is native to Mexico and can be found in moist meadows, wetland margins, and disturbed sites.

Stachycephalum mexicanum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stachycephalum mexicanum?

Stachycephalum mexicanum

What type of plant is Stachycephalum mexicanum?

It is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae.

Where is Stachycephalum mexicanum found?

It is native to Mexico and Guatemala.

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-95033: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Carl Heinrich 'Bipontinus' Schultz (1805-1867): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sch.Bip.' in the authors string.