Lopezia oppositifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
oppositifolia
ID:
443813
Status:
valid
Authors:
Lag.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1816
Citation Micro:
Gen. Sp. Pl. : 1 (1816)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000443145
Common Names
- Lopezia oppositifolia
- Oppositifolia Lopezia
- Opposite-leaved Lopezia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Lopezia oppositifolia (also called Opposite-leaved Lopezia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Onagraceae family. It is an annual herb, growing up to 30 cm tall. It is native to Mexico, and is found in dry habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Lopezia oppositifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Lopezia oppositifolia has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and have a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Lopezia oppositifolia is a small, annual herb that is native to Mexico. It is easy to propagate from seed and can be grown in a variety of soils. It prefers full sun and regular watering. It can be propagated by division or cuttings.
Where to Find Lopezia oppositifolia
Lopezia oppositifolia can be found in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil.
Lopezia oppositifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lopezia oppositifolia?
Lopezia oppositifolia
What type of plant is Lopezia oppositifolia?
A shrub
Where is Lopezia oppositifolia native to?
Southern Mexico
Species in the Lopezia genus
Lopezia oaxacana, Lopezia minima, Lopezia tepicana, Lopezia oppositifolia, Lopezia suffrutescens, Lopezia stricta, Lopezia sinaloensis, Lopezia riesenbachia, Lopezia integrifolia, Lopezia cordata, Lopezia conjugans, Lopezia elegans, Lopezia albiflora, Lopezia glandulosa, Lopezia hirsuta, Lopezia haematodes, Lopezia globosa, Lopezia racemosa, Lopezia pauciflora, Lopezia pumila, Lopezia miniata, Lopezia grandiflora, Lopezia langmaniae, Lopezia concinna, Lopezia lopezioides, Lopezia semeiandra, Lopezia longiflora, Lopezia galeottii, Lopezia cornuta, Lopezia trichota, Lopezia smithii, Lopezia gracilis, Lopezia laciniata, Lopezia gentryi, Lopezia clavata, Lopezia ovata, Lopezia pringlei, Lopezia violacea, Lopezia pubescens,
Species in the Onagraceae family
Camissonia bolanderi, Camissonia dominguez-escalantorum, Camissonia bairdii, Camissonia benitensis, Camissonia breviflora, Camissonia campestris, Camissonia contorta, Camissonia dentata, Camissonia integrifolia, Camissonia kernensis, Camissonia lacustris, Camissonia ovata, Camissonia parvula, Camissonia pubens, Camissonia pusilla, Camissonia sierrae, Camissonia strigulosa, Camissonia subacaulis, Camissonia tanacetifolia, Camissonia contorta, Camissoniopsis bistorta, Camissoniopsis cheiranthifolia, Camissoniopsis confusa, Camissoniopsis guadalupensis, Camissoniopsis hardhamiae, Camissoniopsis hirtella, Camissoniopsis ignota, Camissoniopsis intermedia, Camissoniopsis lewisii, Camissoniopsis luciae, Camissoniopsis micrantha, Camissoniopsis pallida, Camissoniopsis proavita, Camissoniopsis robusta, Chylismia atwoodii, Chylismia confertiflora, Chylismia eastwoodiae, Chylismia exilis, Chylismia megalantha, Chylismia munzii, Chylismia specicola, Chylismia arenaria, Chylismia brevipes, Chylismia cardiophylla, Chylismia claviformis, Chylismia heterochroma, Chylismia parryi, Chylismia scapoidea, Chylismia walkeri, Chylismiella pterosperma,
References
Mariano Lagasca (1776-1839): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lag.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:613281-1: Based on the initial data import