Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
exalata
ID:
1226134

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fryxell

Source:
tro

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 10: 268 (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001225472



Common Names

  • Exalted Horsfordia
  • Horsfordia exalata
  • Horsfordia


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Description

Horsfordia exalata (also called Exalted Horsfordia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Mexico and Central America. It has a short trunk with large, ovate leaves and small, yellow flowers. It grows in dry, sunny habitats, such as hillsides and deserts.

Uses & Benefits

Horsfordia exalata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, cough, and sore throat.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Horsfordia exalata is white, with five petals, and the seed is a small, round, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small, with two to three leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Horsfordia exalata is a shrub native to Mexico. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a moist, well-drained medium and kept in a warm, humid environment. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a moist, well-drained medium. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Horsfordia exalata

Horsfordia exalata is native to Central and South America and can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of the region.

Horsfordia exalata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Horsfordia exalata?

Horsfordia exalata

What is the common name of Horsfordia exalata?

Horsfordia

What is the natural habitat of Horsfordia exalata?

Tropical rainforests

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