Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
deserticola
ID:
1335232

Status:
valid

Authors:
Salazar, Hern.-López & J.Sharma

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 41: 831 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001347686



Common Names

  • Greenwoodiella deserticola
  • Deserticola Greenwoodiella
  • Greenwoodiella deserticola


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Description

Greenwoodiella deserticola (also called Desert Greenwoodiella, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with a woody base. It is native to the desert regions of Mexico and the southwestern United States. It is found in dry, rocky, and sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Greenwoodiella deserticola is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is used to treat digestive problems, colds, and headaches. It is also used as a diuretic and to reduce inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Greenwoodiella deserticola has yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Greenwoodiella deserticola is a shrub native to South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from mature stems and planted in a potting mix with good drainage. The soil should be kept moist until the cuttings have rooted.

Where to Find Greenwoodiella deserticola

Greenwoodiella deserticola is native to Mexico and can be found in dry, desert-like habitats.

Greenwoodiella deserticola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Greenwoodiella deserticola?

Greenwoodiella deserticola

What is the common name of Greenwoodiella deserticola?

Desert Greenwoodiella

Where is Greenwoodiella deserticola native to?

Central America

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

Gerardo A. Salazar (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Salazar' in the authors string.
Tania J. Hernández-López: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hern.-López' in the authors string.
Jyotsna Sharma: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Sharma' in the authors string.