Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cucurbitales
Species:
quetzalteca
ID:
1301592

Status:
valid

Authors:
Standl. & Steyerm.

Source:
tro

Year:
1944

Citation Micro:
Publ. Field Columb. Mus., Bot. Ser. 23: 97 (1944)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001300930



Common Names

  • Tecunumania quetzalteca
  • Tecunumania
  • Quetzalteca Tecunumania


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Description

Tecunumania quetzalteca (also called 'Quetzalteca Tecunumania', among many other common names) is an annual grass native to Central America. It has a thin stem and a tuft of narrow leaves at the base. It grows in open areas, such as fields, roadsides, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Tecunumania quetzalteca is used as a medicinal plant in traditional medicine. It has anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tecunumania quetzalteca is white with a yellow center, and the seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedling has a single, thin stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tecunumania quetzalteca is a tropical vine that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and requires regular watering. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Tecunumania quetzalteca

Tecunumania quetzalteca can be found in Central America, including Guatemala, El Salvador, and Nicaragua.

Tecunumania quetzalteca FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tecunumania quetzalteca?

Tecunumania quetzalteca

What is the common name of Tecunumania quetzalteca?

Quetzalteca Tecunumania

What is the family of Tecunumania quetzalteca?

Cucurbitaceae

Species in the Tecunumania genus

Species in the Cucurbitaceae family

Abobra tenuifolia, Acanthosicyos horridus, Actinostemma lobatum, Actinostemma parvifolium, Actinostemma tenerum, Alsomitra macrocarpa, Ampelosicyos humblotii, Ampelosicyos major, Ampelosicyos meridionalis, Ampelosicyos scandens, Ampelosicyos bosseri, Ampelosicyos leandrii, Ampelosycios meridionalis, Ampelosycios scandens, Apodanthera anatuyana, Apodanthera argentea, Apodanthera aspera, Apodanthera biflora, Apodanthera bradei, Apodanthera cinerea, Apodanthera eriocalyx, Apodanthera fasciculata, Apodanthera ferreyrana, Apodanthera glaziovii, Apodanthera hindii, Apodanthera hirtella, Apodanthera laciniosa, Apodanthera linearis, Apodanthera mandonii, Apodanthera mathewsii, Apodanthera palmeri, Apodanthera sagittifolia, Apodanthera smilacifolia, Apodanthera succulenta, Apodanthera tumbeziana, Apodanthera ulei, Apodanthera undulata, Apodanthera villosa, Apodanthera weberbaueri, Apodanthera longipedicellata, Austrobryonia argillicola, Austrobryonia centralis, Austrobryonia micrantha, Austrobryonia pilbarensis, Baijiania borneensis, Baijiania taiwaniana, Baijiania decipiens, Baijiania smitinandii, Bambekea racemosa, Bayabusua clarkei,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-9200352: Based on the initial data import
Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.
Julian Alfred Steyermark (1909-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steyerm.' in the authors string.