Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
latifolia
ID:
1255481

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Gray) Diggs, Lipscomb & O'Kennon

Source:
tro

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Shinners & Mahler's Illustr. Fl. N. Central Texas (Sida, Bot. Misc. 16) 840 (1999):.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001254819



Common Names

  • Mirabilis latifolia
  • Latifolia Mirabilis
  • Latifolia Fern


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Description

Mirabilis latifolia (also called Wide-leaved Four O'clock, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the southeastern United States. It has leathery leaves and small, yellow flowers. It grows in dry, sandy soils and is often found in open woodlands and dry prairies.

Uses & Benefits

Mirabilis latifolia is used as a medicinal plant and as a source of food. It is also used in traditional ceremonies and rituals.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mirabilis latifolia has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow centers. The seeds are small, round and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mirabilis latifolia is a small shrub that grows up to 0.5m in height. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Mirabilis latifolia

Mirabilis latifolia is native to Mexico and can be found growing in dry, tropical forests.

Mirabilis latifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mirabilis latifolia?

Mirabilis latifolia

What is the common name of Mirabilis latifolia?

Wideleaf Four O'clock

What is the natural habitat of Mirabilis latifolia?

Dry, sandy or rocky soils in open woodlands

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-50176385: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
George Minor Diggs (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Diggs' in the authors string.
Barney L. Lipscomb (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lipscomb' in the authors string.
R.J. O'Kennon (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O'Kennon' in the authors string.