Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
populifolius
ID:
808883

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fern.Casas

Source:
wcs

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Fontqueria 55: 373 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000808217



Common Names

  • Poplar-Leaf Bullnettle
  • Poplar-Leaf Spurge Nettle
  • Poplar Spurge Nettle


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Description

Cnidoscolus populifolius (also called Poplarleaf Bullnettle, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with a rounded form and a spreading habit. It is native to the southeastern United States, from North Carolina to Florida and west to Texas. It prefers moist, well-drained, acidic soils in full sun to part shade.

Uses & Benefits

Cnidoscolus populifolius 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 populifolius 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 populifolius 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 populifolius

Cnidoscolus populifolius can be found in Central and South America.

Cnidoscolus populifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cnidoscolus populifolius?

Cnidoscolus populifolius

What is the common name of Cnidoscolus populifolius?

Poplar-leaved Bull's-horn

What is the natural habitat of Cnidoscolus populifolius?

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