Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
quercifolius
ID:
899743

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pohl

Source:
wcs

Year:
1827

Citation Micro:
Pl. Bras. Icon. Descr. 1: 62 (1827)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000899078



Common Names

  • Cnidoscolus quercifolius
  • Oakleaf Spurge
  • Oak Spurge


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Description

Cnidoscolus quercifolius (also called Oakleaf Bull Nettle, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to the deserts of the southwestern United States. It grows in an upright habit and has small, white flowers in the summer. It prefers full sun and dry, sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Cnidoscolus quercifolius is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and landscaping. It is also used as a medicinal plant, and for its edible leaves.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cnidoscolus quercifolius is a small, white, five-petaled flower. The seed is a small, black, hard seed, and the seedlings are slender and erect.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cnidoscolus quercifolius is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to Mexico and Central America. It is propagated by seed, cuttings, and division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Cnidoscolus quercifolius

Cnidoscolus quercifolius is found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Cnidoscolus quercifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cnidoscolus quercifolius?

Cnidoscolus quercifolius

What is the common name of Cnidoscolus quercifolius?

Oakleaf nettle

What is the natural habitat of Cnidoscolus quercifolius?

Dry, sandy or rocky soils in grasslands, woodlands, and disturbed areas

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