Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Species:
scapigera
ID:
370420

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Phil.) Rollins

Source:
cmp

Year:
1955

Citation Micro:
Contr. Gray Herb. 177: 32. 1955

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000369752



Common Names

  • Scapigera Menonvillea
  • Menonvillea Scapigera
  • Scapigera Menonvillea


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Synonyms

  • Hexaptera scapigera Phil. [unknown]
  • Menonvillea scapigera scapigera [unknown]

Description

Menonvillea scapigera (also called Mexican feather grass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to Mexico and Central America. It has thin, light green leaves and grows up to a height of 1-2 feet. It is found in dry, open areas and is drought-tolerant.

Uses & Benefits

Menonvillea scapigera is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and as an ingredient in essential oils. It has been used to treat a variety of ailments, including headaches, fever, and digestive issues. It is also known to have anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Menonvillea scapigera has white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black, and glossy. The seedlings are small and slender.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Menonvillea scapigera is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 2 meters in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by cuttings, which should be taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be placed in a rooting medium and kept moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Menonvillea scapigera

Menonvillea scapigera is native to South America and is found in wet habitats, such as marshes and swamps.

Menonvillea scapigera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Menonvillea scapigera?

Menonvillea scapigera

What is the common name of Menonvillea scapigera?

Stemless Menonvillea

What is the habitat of Menonvillea scapigera?

It is found in dry, open habitats, such as grasslands, fields, and roadsides.

Species in the Brassicaceae family

Abdra brachycarpa, Abdra aprica, Acuston perenne, Aethionema rhodopaeum, Aethionema alanyae, Aethionema arabicum, Aethionema armenum, Aethionema capitatum, Aethionema carlsbergii, Aethionema carneum, Aethionema cephalanthum, Aethionema cordatum, Aethionema coridifolium, Aethionema demirizii, Aethionema diastrophis, Aethionema dumanii, Aethionema edentulum, Aethionema eunomioides, Aethionema fimbriatum, Aethionema froedinii, Aethionema gileadense, Aethionema glaucinum, Aethionema grandiflorum, Aethionema heterocarpum, Aethionema heterophyllum, Aethionema huber-morathii, Aethionema karamanicum, Aethionema lepidioides, Aethionema levandowskyi, Aethionema lycium, Aethionema marashicum, Aethionema membranaceum, Aethionema munzurense, Aethionema orbiculatum, Aethionema papillosum, Aethionema retsina, Aethionema saxatile, Aethionema schistosum, Aethionema semnanensis, Aethionema speciosum, Aethionema spicatum, Aethionema stylosum, Aethionema subulatum, Aethionema syriacum, Aethionema thesiifolium, Aethionema thomasianum, Aethionema transhyrcanum, Aethionema turcicum, Aethionema umbellatum, Aethionema virgatum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2360832: Based on the initial data import
Rodolfo Amando Philippi (1808-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Phil.' in the authors string.
Reed C. Rollins (1911-1998): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rollins' in the authors string.