Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
vaseyi
ID:
761340

Status:
valid

Authors:
(J.M.Coult.) Pax & K.Hoffm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1914

Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 147, VII: 69 (1914)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000760673



Common Names

  • Adelia vaseyi
  • Vaseyi Adelia
  • Vaseyi Daisy


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Description

Adelia vaseyi (also called Vasey's Adelia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub native to South America. It is an evergreen shrub with small, white flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests and is found in the lowland and montane regions.

Uses & Benefits

Adelia vaseyi is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headache, and dizziness, and is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: The flowers of Adelia vaseyi are small and white in color. They are arranged in clusters of 3-5 flowers. Seed: The seeds of Adelia vaseyi are small, round and black. Seedlings: The seedlings of Adelia vaseyi are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Adelia vaseyi is a shrub native to the southeastern United States. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed or stem cuttings. It can also be propagated by layering.

Where to Find Adelia vaseyi

Adelia vaseyi can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Adelia vaseyi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Adelia vaseyi?

Adelia vaseyi

What type of plant is Adelia vaseyi?

Shrub

Where is Adelia vaseyi found?

Southwestern United States

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-2997: Based on the initial data import
John Merle Coulter (1851-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.M.Coult.' in the authors string.
Ferdinand Albin Pax (1858-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pax' in the authors string.
Käthe Hoffmann (b.1883): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Hoffm.' in the authors string.