Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
aculeatissimus
ID:
357932

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Colla) Fern.Casas

Source:
wcs

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Fontqueria 55: 67 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000357264



Common Names

  • Cnidoscolus aculeatissimus
  • Aculeatissimus Cnidoscolus
  • Cnidoscolus


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Synonyms

  • Jatropha aculeatissima Colla [unknown]
  • Jatropha ferox Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Jatropha horrida Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Cnidoscolus horridus (Müll.Arg.) Pax & K.Hoffm. [unknown]

Description

Cnidoscolus aculeatissimus (also called 'Tread-softly', among many other common names) is a small, perennial shrub native to the Americas. It has small, ovate leaves and small, yellow flowers. It grows in dry, open areas and rocky soils.

Uses & Benefits

Cnidoscolus aculeatissimus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cnidoscolus aculeatissimus is yellow in colour and has five petals. The seeds are small, round and black in colour. The seedlings have a single stem with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cnidoscolus aculeatissimus is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 2m in height. It is native to Mexico and grows best in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and is drought tolerant. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Cnidoscolus aculeatissimus

Cnidoscolus aculeatissimus is native to the Mediterranean region, from Spain to the Middle East.

Cnidoscolus aculeatissimus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cnidoscolus aculeatissimus?

Cnidoscolus aculeatissimus

What is the common name of Cnidoscolus aculeatissimus?

Tread-Softly

What is the natural habitat of Cnidoscolus aculeatissimus?

It is native to the southeastern United States

Species in the Cnidoscolus genus

Cnidoscolus aculeatissimus, Cnidoscolus adenochlamys, Cnidoscolus aequatoriensis, Cnidoscolus albibracteatus, Cnidoscolus aurelii, Cnidoscolus byssinus, Cnidoscolus cajamarcensis, Cnidoscolus calcareus, Cnidoscolus calyptratus, Cnidoscolus cervii, Cnidoscolus conicus, Cnidoscolus halteris, Cnidoscolus inaequalis, Cnidoscolus liesneri, Cnidoscolus lombardii, Cnidoscolus longibracteatus, Cnidoscolus magni-gerdtii, Cnidoscolus piranii, Cnidoscolus pteroneurus, Cnidoscolus spathulatus, Cnidoscolus tridentifer, Cnidoscolus urentissimus, Cnidoscolus beckii, Cnidoscolus minarum, Cnidoscolus mitis, Cnidoscolus monsanto, Cnidoscolus pavonianus, Cnidoscolus graminifolius, Cnidoscolus guatimalensis, Cnidoscolus hypokerinus, Cnidoscolus populifolius, Cnidoscolus rupestris, Cnidoscolus megacanthus, Cnidoscolus egregius, Cnidoscolus sinaloensis, Cnidoscolus adenoblepharus, Cnidoscolus fimbriatus, Cnidoscolus orientensis, Cnidoscolus ceballosii, Cnidoscolus rzedowskii, Cnidoscolus calyptrodontus, Cnidoscolus aconitifolius, Cnidoscolus acrandrus, Cnidoscolus albidus, Cnidoscolus albomaculatus, Cnidoscolus angustidens, Cnidoscolus appendiculatus, Cnidoscolus autlanensis, Cnidoscolus bahianus, Cnidoscolus basiacanthus,

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-233541: Based on the initial data import
Luigi Aloysius Colla (1766-1848): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Colla' in the authors string.
Francisco Javier Fernández Casas (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fern.Casas' in the authors string.