Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
huastecana
ID:
1332645

Status:
valid

Authors:
Donnell

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 67: 265 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001345099



Common Names

  • Huastecana Bakeridesia
  • Bakeridesia Huastecana
  • Huastecana


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Description

Bakeridesia huastecana (also called 'Huastec Bakeridesia', among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to Mexico. It is a small, evergreen shrub with small, ovate leaves and white flowers. It prefers dry, rocky habitats, such as hillsides and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Bakeridesia huastecana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Bakeridesia huastecana are white and bell-shaped, with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single seed leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bakeridesia huastecana can be propagated from seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature branches and planted in a well-draining soil mix. The soil should be kept moist but not soggy. Both seed and cuttings should be kept in a warm, sunny spot.

Where to Find Bakeridesia huastecana

Bakeridesia huastecana is native to Mexico.

Bakeridesia huastecana FAQ

What is the common name of Bakeridesia huastecana?

Huastec Bakeridesia

What is the scientific name of Bakeridesia huastecana?

Bakeridesia huastecana

What is the natural habitat of Bakeridesia huastecana?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

Species in the Malvaceae family

Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,

References

Aliya A. Donnell: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Donnell' in the authors string.