Orthaea pubifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Maguire
Source:
cmp
Year:
1978
Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 29: 171 (1978)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000383489
Common Names
- Orthaea pubifolia
- Cypress Umbrella Plant
- Umbrella Sedge
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Orthaea pubifolia (also called Pubescent Orthaea, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to East Asia. It grows in rocky habitats, such as cliffs and rocky slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Orthaea pubifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It has medicinal uses, including treating skin diseases, fever, and digestive disorders.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Orthaea pubifolia is a small, yellow-green spikelet with a single bract. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedling is a small, dark green plant with a single leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Orthaea pubifolia is a perennial shrub native to Central and South America. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It can tolerate drought and is tolerant of salt spray. It can be propagated by cuttings in spring or early summer, or by seed in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Orthaea pubifolia
Orthaea pubifolia can be found in the Caribbean islands, including the Dominican Republic and Haiti.
Orthaea pubifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Orthaea pubifolia?
Orthaea pubifolia
What is the common name of Orthaea pubifolia?
Hairy Orthaea
What type of plant is Orthaea pubifolia?
Herbaceous perennial
Species in the Orthaea genus
Orthaea abbreviata, Orthaea apophysata, Orthaea boliviensis, Orthaea brachysiphon, Orthaea breviflora, Orthaea caudata, Orthaea cavendishioides, Orthaea constans, Orthaea cordata, Orthaea coriacea, Orthaea crinita, Orthaea ecuadorensis, Orthaea ferreyrae, Orthaea fimbriata, Orthaea glandulifera, Orthaea hispida, Orthaea ignea, Orthaea laurifolia, Orthaea madidiensis, Orthaea minor, Orthaea oedipus, Orthaea oriens, Orthaea panamensis, Orthaea paniculata, Orthaea peregrina, Orthaea pinnatinervia, Orthaea pubifolia, Orthaea rusbyi, Orthaea secundiflora, Orthaea stipitata, Orthaea thibaudioides, Orthaea venamensis, Orthaea weberbauerii, Orthaea bullata,
Species in the Ericaceae family
References
Julian Alfred Steyermark (1909-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steyerm.' in the authors string.
Bassett Maguire (1904-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maguire' in the authors string.
James Leonard Luteyn (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luteyn' in the authors string.