Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
capitata
ID:
820521

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Benth.) Hemsl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1882

Citation Micro:
Biol. Cent.-Amer., Bot. 2: 541 (1882)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000819855



Common Names

  • Catoferia capitata
  • Catoferia Capitata
  • Catoferia capitata Plant


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Description

Catoferia capitata (also called Head-shaped Catoferia, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herbaceous plant native to Australia. It has narrow, lanceolate leaves and blue, bell-shaped flowers. It is found in a variety of habitats, including grasslands, woodlands, and coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Catoferia capitata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used for its medicinal properties, including as an anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, and diuretic.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Catoferia capitata is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Catoferia capitata is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mexico. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained soil mix and keep it moist. To propagate from cuttings, take stem cuttings in early spring and root them in a moist soil mix. Once rooted, transplant the cuttings into individual pots and keep them in a warm, bright location.

Where to Find Catoferia capitata

Catoferia capitata is found in Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras.

Catoferia capitata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Catoferia capitata?

Catoferia capitata

What are the common names of Catoferia capitata?

Capitate Catoferia

What is the natural habitat of Catoferia capitata?

Grassland and open woodlands

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-35759: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
William Hemsley (1843-1924): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hemsl.' in the authors string.