Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
tuberosa
ID:
72361

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fisch. & C.A.Mey. ex DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 7(1): 150 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000071690



Common Names

  • Willemetia tuberosa
  • Tuberous Willemetia
  • Tuberous Willemetia Plant


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Synonyms

  • Calycocorsus tuberosus (Fisch. & C.A.Mey. ex DC.) Rauschert [unknown]

Description

Willemetia tuberosa (also called Tuberous Willemetia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2m tall. It is native to South America and is found in tropical forests and shrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Willemetia tuberosa is a perennial plant native to Mexico and Central America. It has a wide range of uses, including as a medicinal plant, as a food source, and as an ornamental plant. It is also used to make rope and baskets, and its leaves are used to make paper.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Willemetia tuberosa has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Willemetia tuberosa is a perennial herb that grows in tropical and subtropical climates. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. It prefers full sun and regular watering.

Where to Find Willemetia tuberosa

Willemetia tuberosa can be found in Mexico and Central America.

Willemetia tuberosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Willemetia tuberosa?

Willemetia tuberosa

What type of plant is Willemetia tuberosa?

It is a perennial herbaceous plant.

Where does Willemetia tuberosa grow?

It is native to South America.

Species in the Willemetia 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-28456: Based on the initial data import
Friedrich Ernst Ludwig von Fischer (1782-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fisch.' in the authors string.
Carl Anton von Meyer (1795-1855): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.A.Mey.' in the authors string.
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.