Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
guatimalensis
ID:
808881

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fern.Casas

Source:
wcs

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Fontqueria 55: 330 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000808215



Common Names

  • Cnidoscolus Guatimalensis
  • Guatemalan Cnidoscolus
  • Guatemalan Bull Nettle


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Description

Cnidoscolus guatimalensis (also called Guatemalan Cnidoscolus, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Mexico. It has dark green, leathery leaves and small white flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions, usually in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Cnidoscolus guatimalensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant. It is also used in perfumery and as a flavoring agent in food.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cnidoscolus guatimalensis has small white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cnidoscolus guatimalensis is a perennial evergreen shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in containers. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Cnidoscolus guatimalensis

Cnidoscolus guatimalensis can be found in Central and South America.

Cnidoscolus guatimalensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cnidoscolus guatimalensis?

Cnidoscolus guatimalensis

What is the common name of Cnidoscolus guatimalensis?

Guatemalan Bull's-horn

What is the natural habitat of Cnidoscolus guatimalensis?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

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