Argythamnia lottiae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lottiae
ID:
268834
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.W.Ingram
Source:
wcs
Year:
1984
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 55: 229 (1984)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000268166
Common Names
- Argythamnia lottiae
- Lottie's Argythamnia
- Lottie's Paperbush
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Argythamnia lottiae (also called Lottie's Silverbush, among many other common names) is a shrub species native to tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America. It has a short stem with several leaves and small yellow flowers. It grows in humid forests, grasslands, and savannas.
Uses & Benefits
Argythamnia lottiae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower for bouquets. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Argythamnia lottiae is yellow and has a sweet fragrance. The seed is small, dark brown and round. The seedlings are small and green with a single leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Argythamnia lottiae is an evergreen shrub native to the Caribbean. It is best grown in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be kept moist during the growing season. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Argythamnia lottiae
Argythamnia lottiae is native to tropical regions of Central and South America, including Mexico, Costa Rica, and Panama.
Argythamnia lottiae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Argythamnia lottiae?
Argythamnia lottiae
What is the natural habitat of Argythamnia lottiae?
It is native to Mexico and Central America.
What is the flower color of Argythamnia lottiae?
The flowers are usually yellow or orange in color.
Species in the Argythamnia genus
Argythamnia acutangula, Argythamnia argentea, Argythamnia argyraea, Argythamnia candicans, Argythamnia coatepensis, Argythamnia cubensis, Argythamnia ecdyomena, Argythamnia haplostigma, Argythamnia heteropilosa, Argythamnia lottiae, Argythamnia lucayana, Argythamnia lundellii, Argythamnia microphylla, Argythamnia moorei, Argythamnia oblongifolia, Argythamnia proctorii, Argythamnia sericea, Argythamnia sitiens, Argythamnia stahlii, Argythamnia tinctoria, Argythamnia wheeleri, Argythamnia ingramii, Argythamnia silviae,
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-15116: Based on the initial data import
John William Ingram (b.1924): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.W.Ingram' in the authors string.