Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
scabra
ID:
458416

Status:
valid

Authors:
Millsp.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1900

Citation Micro:
Publ. Field Columb. Mus., Bot. Ser. 2: 77 (1900)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000457748

Common Names

  • Turnera scabra
  • Scabra Turnera
  • Scabra Turnera

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Synonyms

  • Turnera ulmifolia intermedia Urb. [unknown]
  • Turnera ulmifolia subglabra Urb. [unknown]

Description

Turnera scabra (also called Rough Turnera, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Central and South America. It has yellow flowers and grows in dry, rocky soils. It is found in open woodlands, grasslands, and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Turnera scabra is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has attractive foliage and is often used as a hedge or border plant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Turnera scabra has yellow flowers with red sepals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are green with small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Turnera scabra is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 5 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done from cuttings taken in the spring or summer. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and placed in a moist, well-drained medium such as perlite or sand. Keep the cuttings in a warm, bright location and water regularly.

Where to Find Turnera scabra

Turnera scabra is native to Mexico and Central America.

Turnera scabra FAQ

What is the scientific name of Turnera scabra?

Turnera scabra

What is the natural habitat of Turnera scabra?

Turnera scabra is native to Mexico and Central America.

What are the growth requirements of Turnera scabra?

Turnera scabra requires full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil.

Species in the Turnera genus

Turnera tapajoensis, Turnera triglandulosa, Turnera ulmifolia, Turnera urbanii, Turnera subulata, Turnera steyermarkii, Turnera stenophylla, Turnera thomasii, Turnera waltherioides, Turnera zeasperma, Turnera venosa, Turnera velutina, Turnera riedeliana, Turnera revoluta, Turnera princeps, Turnera pinifolia, Turnera pumilea, Turnera rubrobracteata, Turnera schomburgkiana, Turnera scabra, Turnera curassavica, Turnera coriacea, Turnera collotricha, Turnera annectens, Turnera hatschbachii, Turnera harleyi, Turnera guianensis, Turnera grandiflora, Turnera gardneriana, Turnera foliosa, Turnera elliptica, Turnera asymmetrica, Turnera clauseniana, Turnera aromatica, Turnera argentea, Turnera cipoensis, Turnera cicatricosa, Turnera castilloi, Turnera caatingana, Turnera breviflora, Turnera odorata, Turnera paruana, Turnera orientalis, Turnera oculata, Turnera ignota, Turnera huberi, Turnera macrophylla, Turnera melanorhiza, Turnera marmorata, Turnera luetzelburgii,

Species in the Passifloraceae family

Adenia kigogoensis, Adenia litoralis, Adenia mcdadeana, Adenia metamorpha, Adenia stylosa, Adenia aculeata, Adenia acuta, Adenia adenifera, Adenia antongilliana, Adenia ballyi, Adenia banaensis, Adenia bequaertii, Adenia boivinii, Adenia cardiophylla, Adenia cissampeloides, Adenia cladosepala, Adenia cordifolia, Adenia cordifolia, Adenia crassa, Adenia cynanchifolia, Adenia densiflora, Adenia digitata, Adenia dinklagei, Adenia dolichosiphon, Adenia ecirrosa, Adenia elegans, Adenia ellenbeckii, Adenia epigea, Adenia erecta, Adenia fasciculata, Adenia fernandesiana, Adenia firingalavensis, Adenia fruticosa, Adenia gedoensis, Adenia glauca, Adenia globosa, Adenia globosa, Adenia goetzei, Adenia gracilis, Adenia guineensis, Adenia gummifera, Adenia hastata, Adenia heterophylla, Adenia hondala, Adenia huillensis, Adenia inermis, Adenia isaloensis, Adenia karibaensis, Adenia keramanthus, Adenia kinabaluensis,

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