Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
yautepecana
ID:
1326914

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.L.Turner

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Lundellia 16: 7 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001339368



Common Names

  • Wamalchitamia yautepecana
  • Yautepecana Wamalchitamia
  • Mountain Wamalchitamia


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Description

Wamalchitamia yautepecana (also called Yautepec Wamalchitamia, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to Central America. It has an erect habit and can reach up to 0.5 meters in height. It prefers moist, shady habitats and is commonly found in tropical rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Wamalchitamia yautepecana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used medicinally to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Wamalchitamia yautepecana is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Wamalchitamia yautepecana is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C. It can be propagated by seed or division.

Where to Find Wamalchitamia yautepecana

Wamalchitamia yautepecana is native to Central America, and can be found in the wild in Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua.

Wamalchitamia yautepecana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Wamalchitamia yautepecana?

Wamalchitamia yautepecana

What type of environment does Wamalchitamia yautepecana prefer?

Wamalchitamia yautepecana prefers humid, tropical environments.

What type of soil does Wamalchitamia yautepecana need?

Wamalchitamia yautepecana needs well-draining, acidic soil.

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

Billie Lee Turner (1925-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Turner' in the authors string.