Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
mcvaughii
ID:
792375

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Cerv. & Flores Olv.

Source:
wcs

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 149: 249 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000791708



Common Names

  • Mcvaughii Bernardia
  • Mcvaughii Star-Vine
  • Mcvaughii Star Vine


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Description

Bernardia mcvaughii (also called McVaugh's Bernardia, among many other common names) is a shrub that is native to Mexico. It has yellow flowers that bloom in the spring and summer. It has oval-shaped leaves and grows in open woodlands, savannas, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Bernardia mcvaughii is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bernardia mcvaughii is a white to pinkish-purple, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, oblong-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, dark green, heart-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bernardia mcvaughii is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Bernardia mcvaughii

Bernardia mcvaughii is native to the cloud forests of Mexico.

Bernardia mcvaughii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bernardia mcvaughii?

Bernardia mcvaughii

What is the common name of Bernardia mcvaughii?

Mcvaughii

What is the natural habitat of Bernardia mcvaughii?

Tropical forests and woodlands

Species in the Bernardia genus

Bernardia alarici, Bernardia albida, Bernardia amazonica, Bernardia argentinensis, Bernardia asplundii, Bernardia axillaris, Bernardia brevipes, Bernardia caperoniifolia, Bernardia carpinifolia, Bernardia celastrinea, Bernardia chiapensis, Bernardia colombiana, Bernardia confertifolia, Bernardia corensis, Bernardia crassifolia, Bernardia dichotoma, Bernardia dodecandra, Bernardia flexuosa, Bernardia fruticulosa, Bernardia gambosa, Bernardia gardneri, Bernardia geniculata, Bernardia gentryana, Bernardia hagelundii, Bernardia hassleriana, Bernardia heteropilosa, Bernardia hirsutissima, Bernardia incana, Bernardia jacquiniana, Bernardia kochii, Bernardia lagunensis, Bernardia lanceifolia, Bernardia laurentii, Bernardia leptostachys, Bernardia longipedunculata, Bernardia macrophylla, Bernardia mayana, Bernardia mazatlana, Bernardia mexicana, Bernardia micrantha, Bernardia mollis, Bernardia multicaulis, Bernardia myricifolia, Bernardia nicaraguensis, Bernardia oblanceolata, Bernardia obovata, Bernardia odonellii, Bernardia ovalifolia, Bernardia ovata, Bernardia paraguariensis,

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-330271: Based on the initial data import
Angélica Cervantes: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Cerv.' in the authors string.
Hilda Flores Olvera (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Flores Olv.' in the authors string.