Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
brandegeei
ID:
338089

Status:
valid

Authors:
V.W.Steinm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Mex. 61: 60 (2002).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000337421



Common Names

  • Adelia brandegeei
  • Brandegee's Adelia
  • Brandegeei Adelia


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Synonyms

  • Adelia virgata Brandegee [unknown]

Description

Adelia brandegeei (also called Brandegee's Adelia, among many other common names) is a species of plant found in Mexico and the United States. It is a shrub that grows in dry grasslands and scrublands at elevations of up to 1,500 m. It has long, thin, green leaves and produces small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Adelia brandegeei is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments, including fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Adelia brandegeei is a white to pinkish-white, star-shaped flower with six petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a thin stem and small, heart-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Adelia brandegeei is an evergreen shrub native to Mexico. It has glossy, dark green leaves and small, white flowers. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by cuttings or seed. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a well-drained soil and lightly covered with soil. Keep the soil moist and the seeds should germinate in 2-3 weeks.

Where to Find Adelia brandegeei

Adelia brandegeei can be found in Mexico and Central America.

Adelia brandegeei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Adelia brandegeei?

Adelia brandegeei

What is the common name of Adelia brandegeei?

Brandegeei Adelia

What is the natural habitat of Adelia brandegeei?

Adelia brandegeei is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central America

Species in the Euphorbiaceae family

Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-217762: Based on the initial data import
Victor W. Steinmann (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'V.W.Steinm.' in the authors string.