Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
tepiquensis
ID:
899975

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Costantin & Gallaud) Lundell

Source:
wcs

Year:
1944

Citation Micro:
Field & Lab. 12: 36 (1944)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000899310



Common Names

  • Tepiquensis Foxtail
  • Tepiquensis Bristle Grass
  • Tepiquensis Setaria


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Description

Cnidoscolus tepiquensis (also called Tepiqui Nettle, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Central America. It is typically found in open woodlands, disturbed areas, and along roadsides. It has a sprawling habit and can grow up to 2m tall. Its leaves are ovate and its inflorescence is a terminal raceme.

Uses & Benefits

Cnidoscolus tepiquensis has a variety of non-medical uses. It is used as a medicinal plant, as a forage crop, and as an ornamental plant. It is also used as a cover crop and for erosion control. It is also used as a green manure crop and as a source of hay and silage.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cnidoscolus tepiquensis is a small, white to pinkish-white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedling is a small, slender plant with a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cnidoscolus tepiquensis is a perennial herb native to Mexico and Central America. It is a fast-growing plant that can reach up to 2 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed, division, or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring and division can be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Cnidoscolus tepiquensis

Cnidoscolus tepiquensis is native to Mexico.

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-44248: Based on the initial data import
Cyrus Longworth Lundell (1907-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lundell' in the authors string.
Julien Noël Costantin (1857-1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Costantin' in the authors string.
Ernest-Isidore Gallaud (1874-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gallaud' in the authors string.