Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
maigualidensis
ID:
630862

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lourteig

Source:
cmp

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Bradea 8: 28 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000630194



Common Names

  • Maigualida Cuphea
  • Mexican Heather
  • False Heather


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Description

Cuphea maigualidensis (also called Maigualida Cuphea, among many other common names) is a small shrub with bright green, ovate leaves and bright yellow, tubular flowers. It is native to Mexico and Central America and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Cuphea maigualidensis is an attractive, low-maintenance plant that can be used as a ground cover or in containers. It is also a great choice for attracting hummingbirds and butterflies to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cuphea maigualidensis is a small, tubular, bright yellow-white flower with a yellowish-green calyx. The seed is a small, black, shiny seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped plant with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cuphea maigualidensis is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m (3 ft) tall. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist, shaded area and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from mature wood and rooted in a warm, moist, shaded area.

Where to Find Cuphea maigualidensis

Cuphea maigualidensis can be found in Venezuela.

Cuphea maigualidensis FAQ

What is the ideal soil type for Cuphea maigualidensis?

Cuphea maigualidensis prefers well-drained, sandy soil with a slightly acidic pH.

What is the best way to propagate Cuphea maigualidensis?

Cuphea maigualidensis can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings.

How much sunlight does Cuphea maigualidensis need?

Cuphea maigualidensis prefers full sun to partial shade.

Species in the Cuphea genus

Cuphea alatosperma, Cuphea anamariae, Cuphea exilis, Cuphea filiformis, Cuphea lucens, Cuphea rupestris, Cuphea acicularis, Cuphea acinifolia, Cuphea acinos, Cuphea adenophylla, Cuphea aequipetala, Cuphea affinitatum, Cuphea alaniana, Cuphea anagalloidea, Cuphea angustifolia, Cuphea anisoclada, Cuphea annulata, Cuphea antisyphilitica, Cuphea aperta, Cuphea appendiculata, Cuphea apurensis, Cuphea aquilana, Cuphea arenarioides, Cuphea aristata, Cuphea armata, Cuphea aspera, Cuphea avigera, Cuphea bahiensis, Cuphea baillonis, Cuphea blackii, Cuphea bolivarensis, Cuphea bombonasae, Cuphea bonplandii, Cuphea brachiata, Cuphea brachyantha, Cuphea brachypoda, Cuphea bracteolosa, Cuphea bustamanta, Cuphea caesariata, Cuphea calaminthifolia, Cuphea calcarata, Cuphea calophylla, Cuphea campestris, Cuphea campylocentra, Cuphea carajasensis, Cuphea cardonae, Cuphea carthagenensis, Cuphea carunculata, Cuphea cataractarum, Cuphea chiribiquetea,

Species in the Lythraceae family

Adenaria floribunda, Ammannia aegyptiaca, Ammannia alternifolia, Ammannia anagalloides, Ammannia aspera, Ammannia auriculata, Ammannia baccifera, Ammannia coccinea, Ammannia cordata, Ammannia crassicaulis, Ammannia crinipes, Ammannia debilis, Ammannia desertorum, Ammannia dodecandra, Ammannia elata, Ammannia gracilis, Ammannia latifolia, Ammannia linearipetala, Ammannia loandensis, Ammannia multiflora, Ammannia myriophylloides, Ammannia nagpurensis, Ammannia octandra, Ammannia passerinoides, Ammannia prieuriana, Ammannia prostrata, Ammannia quadriciliata, Ammannia robusta, Ammannia sarcophylla, Ammannia schaeferi, Ammannia senegalensis, Ammannia triflora, Ammannia uniflora, Ammannia urceolata, Ammannia verticillata, Ammannia wormskioldii, Ammannia calcicola, Ammannia heterophylla, Ammannia pauciramosa, Ammannia pubescens, Ammannia praetermissa, Ammannia andongensis, Ammannia angolensis, Ammannia angustifolia, Ammannia arnhemica, Ammannia aurita, Ammannia baumii, Ammannia bequaertii, Ammannia brevistyla, Ammannia burttii,

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