Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
mexicanus
ID:
1251642

Status:
valid

Authors:
Payson

Source:
tro

Year:
1924

Citation Micro:
Univ. Wyoming Publ. Sci., Bot. 1: 69. 1924

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001250980



Common Names

  • Scoliaxon mexicanus
  • Mexicanus Scoliaxon
  • Scoliaxon


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Description

Scoliaxon mexicanus (also called 'Mexican Scoliaxon', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to Mexico. It has small, oval leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in dry, rocky areas and is drought tolerant.

Uses & Benefits

Scoliaxon mexicanus is used as a medicinal plant to treat respiratory and digestive problems. It is also used as a food source for some species of birds and mammals.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Scoliaxon mexicanus has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Scoliaxon mexicanus is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun to partial shade and should be watered regularly. It can be grown in a well-draining potting mix with perlite or pumice added for extra drainage.

Where to Find Scoliaxon mexicanus

Scoliaxon mexicanus is native to Mexico and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Mexico.

Scoliaxon mexicanus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Scoliaxon mexicanus?

Scoliaxon mexicanus

What is the common name of Scoliaxon mexicanus?

Mexican scoliaxon

What is the natural habitat of Scoliaxon mexicanus?

Tropical rainforests in Central and South America

Species in the Scoliaxon genus

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