Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cuatrecasasii
ID:
802279

Status:
valid

Authors:
Moldenke

Source:
wcs

Year:
1941

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 2: 7 (1941)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000801613

Common Names

  • Cuatrecasas' Aegiphila
  • Cuatrecasas' False Rosemary
  • Cuatrecasas' Wild Sage

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Description

Aegiphila cuatrecasasii (also called Aegiphila cuatrecasasii, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to the Americas. It is an evergreen shrub with a spreading habit and can reach heights of up to 2 m. It is found in dry and rocky habitats, from sea level to high elevations in the mountains.

Uses & Benefits

Aegiphila cuatrecasasii is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in landscaping and erosion control.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Aegiphila cuatrecasasii var. cuatrecasasii

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Aegiphila cuatrecasasii has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black and the seedlings are small, with a single stem and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aegiphila cuatrecasasii can be propagated by division of the offsets or by seed. It requires a well-drained soil and bright, indirect light. Water regularly during the growing season, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings. Reduce watering during the winter months. Fertilize monthly during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Aegiphila cuatrecasasii

Aegiphila cuatrecasasii is native to South America and can be found in moist, tropical forests.

Aegiphila cuatrecasasii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aegiphila cuatrecasasii?

Aegiphila cuatrecasasii

What is the common name of Aegiphila cuatrecasasii?

Cuatrecasas' Aegiphila

What type of plant is Aegiphila cuatrecasasii?

Perennial shrub

Species in the Aegiphila genus

Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa, Aegiphila buchtienii, Aegiphila capitata, Aegiphila casseliiformis, Aegiphila catatumbensis, Aegiphila caucensis, Aegiphila caymanensis, Aegiphila cephalophora, Aegiphila chrysantha, Aegiphila conturbata, Aegiphila cordata, Aegiphila cordifolia, Aegiphila coriacea, Aegiphila costaricensis, Aegiphila cuatrecasasii, Aegiphila cuneata, Aegiphila dentata, Aegiphila deppeana, Aegiphila duckei, Aegiphila elata, Aegiphila elegans, Aegiphila elongata, Aegiphila exiguiflora, Aegiphila falcata, Aegiphila farinosa, Aegiphila fasciculata, Aegiphila fendleri, Aegiphila ferruginea, Aegiphila filipes, Aegiphila floribunda, Aegiphila fluminensis, Aegiphila foetida, Aegiphila froesii, Aegiphila glabrata, Aegiphila glomerata, Aegiphila gloriosa, Aegiphila goeldiana, Aegiphila goudotiana, Aegiphila grandis, Aegiphila graveolens,

Species in the Lamiaceae family

Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-3400: Based on the initial data import
Harold Norman Moldenke (1909-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Moldenke' in the authors string.