Status:
valid
Authors:
M.E.Jones
Source:
gcc
Year:
1933
Citation Micro:
Contr. W. Bot. 18: 83 (1933)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000073023
Common Names
- Stephanomeria mexiae
- Mexican Wirelettuce
- Mexican Stephanomeria
Description
Stephanomeria mexiae (also called Mexican stephanomeria, among many other common names) is a shrub with small, grey-green foliage and small yellow flowers. It is native to South America and is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Stephanomeria mexiae is used as an ornamental plant, as a source of food and as a medicinal plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Stephanomeria mexiae is a white, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a white stem and green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Stephanomeria mexiae is a perennial herb that is native to the southwestern United States. It is best grown in well-drained soils in full sun. Propagation is by seed or division of the clumps. Seeds should be sown in spring or fall in a sunny location.
Where to Find Stephanomeria mexiae
Stephanomeria mexiae can be found in Mexico.
Stephanomeria mexiae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Stephanomeria mexiae?
Stephanomeria mexiae
What is the common name of Stephanomeria mexiae?
Mexican Stephanomeria
What type of plant is Stephanomeria mexiae?
Herbaceous perennial
Species in the Stephanomeria genus
Stephanomeria fluminea,
Stephanomeria runcinata,
Stephanomeria tenuifolia,
Stephanomeria malheurensis,
Stephanomeria guadalupensis,
Stephanomeria paniculata,
Stephanomeria diegensis,
Stephanomeria mexiae,
Stephanomeria monocephala,
Stephanomeria elata,
Stephanomeria exigua,
Stephanomeria lactucina,
Stephanomeria cichoriacea,
Stephanomeria virgata,
Stephanomeria pauciflora,
Stephanomeria thurberi,
Stephanomeria parryi,
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,