Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
ciliatifolia
ID:
1274519

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Weath.) Standl.

Source:
tro

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
Publ. Field Mus. Nat. Hist., Bot. Ser. 11: 154. 1936

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001273857



Common Names

  • Mirabilis ciliatifolia
  • Fringed Four O'Clock
  • Fringed Marvel-of-Peru


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Description

Mirabilis ciliatifolia (also called ciliate-leaved mirabilis, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 0.3 m tall. It is native to the southeastern United States, from Texas to Florida and north to Virginia. It is found in open woods, thickets, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Mirabilis ciliatifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mirabilis ciliatifolia has small, yellow flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mirabilis ciliatifolia is a shrub native to the Andes mountains in Peru. It is a slow-growing plant that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Mirabilis ciliatifolia

Mirabilis ciliatifolia can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world.

Mirabilis ciliatifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mirabilis ciliatifolia?

Mirabilis ciliatifolia

What is the common name of Mirabilis ciliatifolia?

Ciliate-leaved Mirabilis

Where is Mirabilis ciliatifolia found?

Southwestern United States

Species in the Mirabilis genus

Mirabilis jalapa, Mirabilis hirsuta, Mirabilis elegans, Mirabilis longiflora, Mirabilis oxybaphoides, Mirabilis odorata, Mirabilis violacea, Mirabilis campanulata, Mirabilis intercedens, Mirabilis oaxacae, Mirabilis ovata, Mirabilis prostrata, Mirabilis weberbaueri, Mirabilis aggregata, Mirabilis albida, Mirabilis alipes, Mirabilis bigelovii, Mirabilis californica, Mirabilis coccinea, Mirabilis collina, Mirabilis decipiens, Mirabilis dumetorum, Mirabilis gigantea, Mirabilis glabra, Mirabilis glabrifolia, Mirabilis greenei, Mirabilis linearis, Mirabilis macfarlanei, Mirabilis multiflora, Mirabilis oblongifolia, Mirabilis pudica, Mirabilis pumila, Mirabilis rotundifolia, Mirabilis tenuiloba, Mirabilis expansa, Mirabilis viscosa, Mirabilis laevis, Mirabilis pulchella, Mirabilis watsoniana, Mirabilis suffruticosa, Mirabilis wrightiana, Mirabilis hintoniorum, Mirabilis microchlamydea, Mirabilis comata, Mirabilis longipes, Mirabilis triflora, Mirabilis oligantha, Mirabilis polyphylla, Mirabilis pringlei, Mirabilis urbani,

Species in the Nyctaginaceae family

Abronia alba, Abronia alpina, Abronia ameliae, Abronia ammophila, Abronia angustifolia, Abronia argillosa, Abronia bigelovii, Abronia bolackii, Abronia carnea, Abronia crux-maltae, Abronia elliptica, Abronia fragrans, Abronia gracilis, Abronia latifolia, Abronia macrocarpa, Abronia maritima, Abronia mellifera, Abronia micrantha, Abronia minor, Abronia nana, Abronia nealleyi, Abronia parviflora, Abronia pogonantha, Abronia turbinata, Abronia umbellata, Abronia villosa, Abronia insularis, Abronia neurophylla, Abronia platyphylla, Abronia variabilis, Acleisanthes acutifolia, Acleisanthes angustifolia, Acleisanthes anisophylla, Acleisanthes chenopodioides, Acleisanthes crassifolia, Acleisanthes diffusa, Acleisanthes lanceolata, Acleisanthes longiflora, Acleisanthes nana, Acleisanthes nevadensis, Acleisanthes obtusa, Acleisanthes palmeri, Acleisanthes parvifolia, Acleisanthes purpusiana, Acleisanthes somalensis, Acleisanthes undulata, Acleisanthes wrightii, Allionia choisyi, Allionia incarnata, Allionia viscida,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50267646: Based on the initial data import
Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.
Charles Alfred Weatherby (1875-1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Weath.' in the authors string.