Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
mexicana
ID:
1257795

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wiehler

Source:
tro

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
Selbyana 2: 116 (1977)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001257133



Common Names

  • Oerstedina mexicana
  • Mexican Oerstedina
  • Mexican Oerstedina Fern


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Description

Oerstedina mexicana (also called Mexican Oerstedina, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Acanthaceae family. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. This species grows in moist, shady forests, often in the understory of trees.

Uses & Benefits

Oerstedina mexicana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Oerstedina mexicana is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oerstedina mexicana is an evergreen shrub that is native to Mexico. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed, cuttings, or layering. The seed should be sown in spring or autumn. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer, and layering should be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Oerstedina mexicana

Oerstedina mexicana is native to Mexico.

Oerstedina mexicana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oerstedina mexicana?

Oerstedina mexicana

What is the common name of Oerstedina mexicana?

Mexican Oerstedina

Where is Oerstedina mexicana found?

It is found in the mountains of Perak, Malaysia

Species in the Oerstedina genus

Species in the Gesneriaceae family

Acanthonema diandrum, Achimenes admirabilis, Achimenes antirrhina, Achimenes brevifolia, Achimenes candida, Achimenes cettoana, Achimenes dulcis, Achimenes erecta, Achimenes fimbriata, Achimenes flava, Achimenes glabrata, Achimenes grandiflora, Achimenes heterophylla, Achimenes hintoniana, Achimenes longiflora, Achimenes mexicana, Achimenes misera, Achimenes nayaritensis, Achimenes obscura, Achimenes occidentalis, Achimenes patens, Achimenes pedunculata, Achimenes skinneri, Achimenes woodii, Achimenes tincticoma, Achimenes elota, Achimenes sanguinea, Achimenes ixtapaensis, Aeschynanthus citrinus, Aeschynanthus membranifolius, Aeschynanthus mendumiae, Aeschynanthus sojolianus, Aeschynanthus dischidioides, Aeschynanthus minutifolius, Aeschynanthus acuminatissimus, Aeschynanthus acuminatus, Aeschynanthus albidus, Aeschynanthus amboinensis, Aeschynanthus amoenus, Aeschynanthus andersonii, Aeschynanthus angustifolius, Aeschynanthus angustioblongus, Aeschynanthus apicidens, Aeschynanthus arctocalyx, Aeschynanthus arfakensis, Aeschynanthus argentii, Aeschynanthus asclepioides, Aeschynanthus atrorubens, Aeschynanthus atrosanguineus, Aeschynanthus batakiorum,

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