Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
huetii
ID:
242420

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hanry

Source:
wcs

Year:
1864

Citation Micro:
Billotia 1: 21 (1864)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000241752



Common Names

  • Mercurialis huetii
  • Huetii Mercurialis
  • Mercurialis Plant


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Synonyms

  • Mercurialis annua huetii (Hanry) Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Mercurialis annua huetii (Hanry) Pax & K.Hoffm. [unknown]
  • Mercurialis annua huetii (Hanry) Lange [unknown]
  • Mercurialis ovata huetii (Hanry) Nyman [unknown]

Description

Mercurialis huetii (also called Huet's Mercury, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has a woody stem and grows up to 1.5 meters tall. It has yellow flowers and prefers dry, sunny habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Mercurialis huetii is used as an ornamental plant, as well as for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Mercurialis huetii are small and yellow, with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, with a smooth, glossy surface. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves and a small root system.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mercurialis huetii can be cultivated and propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide adequate light for best results.

Where to Find Mercurialis huetii

Mercurialis huetii can be found in Europe, North Africa, and western Asia.

Mercurialis huetii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mercurialis huetii?

Mercurialis huetii

What is the common name of Mercurialis huetii?

Huet's Mercury

What is the natural habitat of Mercurialis huetii?

Dry grasslands and scrubland

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