Status:
valid
Authors:
W.R.Ernst & Baad
Source:
tro
Year:
1971
Citation Micro:
Madroño 20: 344 (1970 publ. 1971)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001252350
Common Names
- Jaliscana Lamourouxia
- Jaliscana False Babystars
- Jaliscana False Babystars Lamourouxia
Description
Lamourouxia jaliscana (also called Jalisco Lamourouxia, among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant native to Mexico. It has small, white flowers and is found in dry and wet forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Lamourouxia jaliscana has been used in traditional medicine for treating fever and rheumatism. It is also used as a dye for fabrics.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Lamourouxia jaliscana are white, with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lamourouxia jaliscana is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.
Where to Find Lamourouxia jaliscana
Lamourouxia jaliscana is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America.
Lamourouxia jaliscana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lamourouxia jaliscana?
Lamourouxia jaliscana
What is the common name of Lamourouxia jaliscana?
Jalisco Lamourouxia
Where is Lamourouxia jaliscana found?
Lamourouxia jaliscana is found in Mexico.
Species in the Lamourouxia genus
Lamourouxia gutierrezii,
Lamourouxia longiflora,
Lamourouxia lanceolata,
Lamourouxia zimapana,
Lamourouxia viscosa,
Lamourouxia sylvatica,
Lamourouxia tenuifolia,
Lamourouxia virgata,
Lamourouxia xalapensis,
Lamourouxia dependens,
Lamourouxia multifida,
Lamourouxia macrantha,
Lamourouxia dasyantha,
Lamourouxia pringlei,
Lamourouxia rhinanthifolia,
Lamourouxia parayana,
Lamourouxia dispar,
Lamourouxia ovata,
Lamourouxia brachyantha,
Lamourouxia nelsonii,
Lamourouxia smithii,
Lamourouxia jaliscana,
Lamourouxia gracilis,
Lamourouxia microphylla,
Lamourouxia colimae,
Lamourouxia paneroi,
Lamourouxia pacifica,
Lamourouxia avendanoi,
Lamourouxia barbata,
Species in the Orobanchaceae family
Aeginetia indica,
Aeginetia mirabilis,
Aeginetia mpomii,
Aeginetia selebica,
Aeginetia sessilis,
Aeginetia sinensis,
Aeginetia flava,
Aeginetia acaulis,
Agalinis angustifolia,
Agalinis aphylla,
Agalinis aspera,
Agalinis auriculata,
Agalinis bandeirensis,
Agalinis bangii,
Agalinis brachyphylla,
Agalinis calycina,
Agalinis chaparensis,
Agalinis communis,
Agalinis decemloba,
Agalinis densiflora,
Agalinis digitalis,
Agalinis divaricata,
Agalinis edwardsiana,
Agalinis fasciculata,
Agalinis fiebrigii,
Agalinis filicaulis,
Agalinis filifolia,
Agalinis gattingeri,
Agalinis genistifolia,
Agalinis gypsophila,
Agalinis heterophylla,
Agalinis homalantha,
Agalinis humilis,
Agalinis itambensis,
Agalinis kingsii,
Agalinis lanceolata,
Agalinis laxa,
Agalinis linarioides,
Agalinis linifolia,
Agalinis maritima,
Agalinis megalantha,
Agalinis meyeniana,
Agalinis nana,
Agalinis navasotensis,
Agalinis neoscotica,
Agalinis obtusifolia,
Agalinis oligophylla,
Agalinis peduncularis,
Agalinis pennellii,
Agalinis plukenetii,
References
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:134975-2: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].