Ateleia herbert-smithii - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Pittier
Source:
ildis
Year:
1918
Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb.20: 112 (1918)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000170196
Common Names
- Herbert-Smith's Ateleia
- Herbert-Smith's Daisybush
- Herbert-Smith's Daisy
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ateleia herbert-smithii (also called Herbert-Smith's Ateleia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Central and South America. It has small, white flowers and small, oval leaves. It typically grows in wet, tropical forests, and is found in lowland areas.
Uses & Benefits
Ateleia herbert-smithii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and digestive issues.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ateleia herbert-smithii has small white flowers with five petals and a short, curved seed pod. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ateleia herbert-smithii is a perennial plant that is best propagated by seed. Seeds should be sown in the spring and can also be propagated by division in the spring or fall. It prefers dry, sandy soils and is tolerant of drought.
Where to Find Ateleia herbert-smithii
Ateleia herbert-smithii is native to the Caribbean islands of Hispaniola and Jamaica. It is found in dry, rocky soils.
Ateleia herbert-smithii FAQ
What type of soil does Ateleia herbert-smithii prefer?
Ateleia herbert-smithii prefers well-drained, sandy or loamy soil.
What is the growth rate of Ateleia herbert-smithii?
Ateleia herbert-smithii has a slow to moderate growth rate.
How much sunlight does Ateleia herbert-smithii need?
Ateleia herbert-smithii needs full sun to partial shade.
Species in the Ateleia genus
Ateleia mcvaughii, Ateleia tomentosa, Ateleia albolutescens, Ateleia arsenii, Ateleia guaraya, Ateleia herbert-smithii, Ateleia insularis, Ateleia ovata, Ateleia salicifolia, Ateleia standleyana, Ateleia truncata, Ateleia venezuelensis, Ateleia apetala, Ateleia glazioveana, Ateleia gummifera, Ateleia microcarpa, Ateleia popenoei, Ateleia cubensis, Ateleia pterocarpa, Ateleia martinezii, Ateleia sousae, Ateleia hexandra, Ateleia tenorioi, Ateleia glabrata, Ateleia chiangii, Ateleia chicoasensis, Ateleia nicaraguensis,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Henri François Pittier (1857-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pittier' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Ateleia herbert-smithii Pittier: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.