Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
mexiae
ID:
73694

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


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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.

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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 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-29766: Based on the initial data import
Marcus E. Jones (1852-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.E.Jones' in the authors string.