Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Genus:
Species:
verruculosa
ID:
389445

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Krukoff & Barneby) Barneby & Krukoff

Source:
cmp

Year:
1971

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 22(2): 81 (1971)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000388777



Common Names

  • Orthomene verruculosa
  • Verruculosa Orthomene
  • Orthomene


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Synonyms

  • Abuta verruculosa Krukoff & Barneby [unknown]

Description

Orthomene verruculosa (also called Verrucose Orthomene, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to North America. It has a slender stem and is found in grassland and scrub habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Orthomene verruculosa has been used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments. It is also used for its ornamental value in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Orthomene verruculosa are small, white and star-shaped. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Orthomene verruculosa is a perennial herb that is propagated by seed. It prefers well-drained, light soils and full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is best to sow the seeds in the spring and keep the soil moist until germination occurs. The plants should be spaced about 20 cm apart.

Where to Find Orthomene verruculosa

Orthomene verruculosa is native to Brazil and can be found in wet forests and savannas.

Orthomene verruculosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Orthomene verruculosa?

Orthomene verruculosa

What is the common name of Orthomene verruculosa?

Warty orthomene

What is the natural habitat of Orthomene verruculosa?

It is found in dry, rocky areas of the southwestern United States

Species in the Menispermaceae family

Abuta acutifolia, Abuta antioquiana, Abuta aristeguietae, Abuta barbata, Abuta brevifolia, Abuta bullata, Abuta candollei, Abuta chiapasensis, Abuta chocoensis, Abuta colombiana, Abuta dwyeriana, Abuta fluminum, Abuta grandifolia, Abuta grisebachii, Abuta imene, Abuta longa, Abuta mycetandra, Abuta obovata, Abuta pahni, Abuta panamensis, Abuta panurensis, Abuta platyphylla, Abuta racemosa, Abuta rufescens, Abuta sandwithiana, Abuta seemannii, Abuta selloana, Abuta solimoesensis, Abuta soukupii, Abuta spicata, Abuta steyermarkii, Abuta vaupesensis, Abuta velutina, Albertisia apiculata, Albertisia capituliflora, Albertisia cordifolia, Albertisia crassa, Albertisia cuneata, Albertisia delagoensis, Albertisia exelliana, Albertisia ferruginea, Albertisia glabra, Albertisia laurifolia, Albertisia mangenotii, Albertisia mecistophylla, Albertisia megacarpa, Albertisia papuana, Albertisia porcata, Albertisia puberula, Albertisia scandens,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2397231: Based on the initial data import
Rupert Charles Barneby (1911-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barneby' in the authors string.
Boris Alexander Krukoff (1898-1983): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Krukoff' in the authors string.