Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
racemosa
ID:
444478

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cav.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1791

Citation Micro:
Icon. 1: 12 (1791)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000443810



Common Names

  • Lopezia racemosa
  • Lopezia racemosa
  • Lopezia racemosa


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Synonyms

  • Lopezia minuta Lag. [unknown]
  • Lopezia mexicana Jacq. [unknown]
  • Lopezia lineata Zuccagni [unknown]
  • Lopezia hispida Sweet ex Steud. [unknown]
  • Lopezia axillaris Schweigg. [unknown]
  • Lopezia coronata Andrews [unknown]
  • Lopezia corymbosa Sprague & L.Riley [unknown]
  • Lopezia foliosa Brandegee [unknown]
  • Lopezia parvula Rose [unknown]
  • Pisaura automorpha Bonato [unknown]
  • Lopezia racemosa racemosa [unknown]
  • Lopezia angustifolia B.L.Rob. [unknown]

Description

Lopezia racemosa (also called Racemosa, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, as well as in disturbed areas and on roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Lopezia racemosa is used as a traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lopezia racemosa is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and slender with narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lopezia racemosa is a small shrub that grows in tropical climates. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a rooting hormone before planting in a well-draining potting mix. The plants should be kept in a warm, humid environment and watered regularly.

Where to Find Lopezia racemosa

Lopezia racemosa is native to Mexico and Central America.

Lopezia racemosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lopezia racemosa?

Lopezia racemosa

What are the common names of Lopezia racemosa?

Racemose lopezia

What is the natural habitat of Lopezia racemosa?

It is found in moist forests and along streams and rivers

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