Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
coulteri
ID:
1279817

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Benth.) Seigler & Ebinger

Source:
tro

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Novon16: 417 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001279155



Common Names

  • Mariosousa coulteri
  • Coulter's Mariosousa
  • Coulter's False Tamarind


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Description

Mariosousa coulteri (also called Coulter's beargrass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to Mexico and the southwestern United States. It has thin, narrow leaves and grows in dry, rocky soils in open, dry areas.

Uses & Benefits

Mariosousa coulteri is used in traditional Mexican medicine to treat fever, headache, and stomach pain. It is also used as an astringent and to treat skin infections.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mariosousa coulteri has small, white flowers with four petals and a single pistil. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mariosousa coulteri is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Mariosousa coulteri

Mariosousa coulteri is native to Mexico. It can be found in the states of Chiapas, Guerrero, Hidalgo, and Oaxaca.

Mariosousa coulteri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mariosousa coulteri?

Mariosousa coulteri

What is the common name of Mariosousa coulteri?

Coulter's mariosousa

What is the natural habitat of Mariosousa coulteri?

Dry, rocky hillsides and canyons in the southwestern United States

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
David Stanley Seigler (b.1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Seigler' in the authors string.
John Edwin Ebinger (b.1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ebinger' in the authors string.