Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
russelliana
ID:
1279822

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Britton & Rose) Seigler & Ebinger

Source:
tro

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Novon16: 419 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001279160



Common Names

  • Mariosousa russelliana
  • Russell's Mariosousa
  • Russell's False Tamarind


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Description

Mariosousa russelliana (also called Russell's Mariosousa, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with a woody base and a height of up to 1 m. It is native to the Chihuahuan Desert of northern Mexico and the southwestern United States. It is found in dry, rocky soils of grasslands, scrublands, and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Mariosousa russelliana 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 russelliana 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 russelliana 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 russelliana

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

Mariosousa russelliana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mariosousa russelliana?

Mariosousa russelliana

What is the common name of Mariosousa russelliana?

Russell's mariosousa

What is the natural habitat of Mariosousa russelliana?

Dry, rocky hillsides and canyons in the southwestern United States

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Nathaniel Lord Britton (1859-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Britton' in the authors string.
Joseph Nelson Rose (1862-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rose' 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.