Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Species:
mixtecana
ID:
1287373

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.Reyes & L.G.López

Source:
tro

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Cact. Suc. Mex. 43: 28 (1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001286711



Common Names

  • Mixtecana Thompsonella
  • Thompsonella Mixtecana
  • Mixtecana Thompsonella Plant


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Description

Thompsonella mixtecana (also called Mixtec Gold, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to Mexico. It has small, glossy, yellow-green leaves and small yellow flowers. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soil.

Uses & Benefits

Thompsonella mixtecana is a shrub that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and flower beds. It has a low-growing habit and produces yellow flowers in the summer. It is also used as a ground cover and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Thompsonella mixtecana has small, white flowers with yellow centers and the seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have oval-shaped leaves with a pointed tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Thompsonella mixtecana is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub. It is propagated by cuttings or by layering. Cuttings should be taken from the top of the plant and planted in a well-draining soil. Layering should be done in the spring or summer. The layered stem should be covered with soil and kept moist until it has rooted.

Where to Find Thompsonella mixtecana

Thompsonella mixtecana is native to Mexico and Central America, and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Thompsonella mixtecana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Thompsonella mixtecana?

Thompsonella mixtecana

What is the common name of Thompsonella mixtecana?

Mixtec Thompsonella

What is the natural habitat of Thompsonella mixtecana?

It is native to the US states of Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas

Species in the Crassulaceae family

Adromischus alstonii, Adromischus bicolor, Adromischus caryophyllaceus, Adromischus cooperi, Adromischus cristatus, Adromischus diabolicus, Adromischus fallax, Adromischus filicaulis, Adromischus hemisphericus, Adromischus humilis, Adromischus inamoenus, Adromischus leucophyllus, Adromischus liebenbergii, Adromischus maculatus, Adromischus mammillaris, Adromischus marianae, Adromischus maximus, Adromischus montium-klinghardtii, Adromischus nanus, Adromischus phillipsiae, Adromischus roaneanus, Adromischus schuldtianus, Adromischus sphenophyllus, Adromischus subdistichus, Adromischus subviridis, Adromischus triflorus, Adromischus trigynus, Adromischus umbraticola, Adromischus coleorum, Adromischus cooperi, Adromischus montium-klinghardtii, Adromischus triflorus, Aeonium loartei, Aeonium uhlii, Aeonium aguajilvense, Aeonium aizoon, Aeonium anagense, Aeonium anagensis, Aeonium appendiculatum, Aeonium arboreum, Aeonium aureum, Aeonium balsamiferum, Aeonium barbatum, Aeonium beltranii, Aeonium bollei, Aeonium burchardii, Aeonium canariense, Aeonium castellodecorum, Aeonium castello-paivae, Aeonium ciliatum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50337720: Based on the initial data import
Jerónimo Reyes: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Reyes' in the authors string.
Lilián G. López Chávez: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.G.López' in the authors string.