Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pertenuis
ID:
630956

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.C.Foster

Source:
cmp

Year:
1945

Citation Micro:
Contr. Gray Herb. 155: 67 (1945)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000630288



Common Names

  • Pertenuis Cuphea
  • Pertenuis Cigar Plant
  • Pertenuis Firecracker Plant


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Description

Cuphea pertenuis (also called Mountain Heather, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Mexico and Central America. It has small, dark green leaves and produces small, white flowers. It is found in dry, sunny habitats, such as rocky hillsides and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Cuphea pertenuis is used as an ornamental plant, as it produces attractive, bright flowers. It is also used as a ground cover in gardens and as a border plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cuphea pertenuis has small, white flowers with yellow throats and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and delicate, with bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cuphea pertenuis is a perennial shrub that grows best in full sun or partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soils, but prefers moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, but can also be done by cuttings or division.

Where to Find Cuphea pertenuis

Cuphea pertenuis can be found in Mexico and Central America.

Cuphea pertenuis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cuphea pertenuis?

Cuphea pertenuis

What is the common name of Cuphea pertenuis?

Slender Cuphea

What is the growth habit of Cuphea pertenuis?

It is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 4 feet tall and wide.

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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