Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
coatepensis
ID:
268376

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Brandegee) Croizat

Source:
wcs

Year:
1945

Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 26: 191 (1945)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000267708



Common Names

  • Argythamnia Coatepensis
  • Coatepensis Star
  • Coatepensis Sea Star


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Synonyms

  • Croton coatepensis Brandegee [unknown]

Description

Argythamnia coatepensis (also called Coatepec Argythamnia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 6 m tall. It is native to Mexico and Central America. It is found in tropical and subtropical dry forests, tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, and tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Argythamnia coatepensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It has a long flowering period and is known for its bright, colourful flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Argythamnia coatepensis has yellow-green flowers with white centers, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have long, thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Argythamnia coatepensis is a shrub native to Central America. It can be propagated from seed or by cuttings. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining potting mix and keep the temperature between 20-25°C. To propagate by cuttings, take cuttings from the tips of the branches in the spring and replant the cuttings in a well-draining potting mix.

Where to Find Argythamnia coatepensis

Argythamnia coatepensis can be found in Mexico.

Argythamnia coatepensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Argythamnia coatepensis?

Argythamnia coatepensis

What is the family of Argythamnia coatepensis?

Euphorbiaceae

What is the natural habitat of Argythamnia coatepensis?

Tropical forests

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-15071: Based on the initial data import
Townshend Stith Brandegee (1843-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brandegee' in the authors string.
Léon Croizat (1894-1982): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Croizat' in the authors string.