Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
occidentalis
ID:
543730

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pennell

Source:
cmp

Year:
1937

Citation Micro:
Proc. Acad. Nat. Sci. Philadelphia 89: 429 (1937)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000543062



Common Names

  • Occidentalis Aragoa
  • Occidentalis Aragoa-cactus
  • Occidentalis Cactus


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Description

Aragoa occidentalis (also called Western Aragoa, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has small yellow flowers and grows in moist meadows and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Aragoa occidentalis is used as an ornamental plant in landscaping, as it can provide a splash of color to a garden. It is also used to control erosion in areas prone to flooding.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Aragoa occidentalis sub. occidentalis
Aragoa occidentalis sub. refracta Fern.Alonso

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aragoa occidentalis has white flowers, with an ovate-lanceolate shape. The seeds are ovoid, with a smooth surface. The seedlings are thin and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aragoa occidentalis is a perennial shrub native to South America. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soils. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and is drought tolerant once established.

Where to Find Aragoa occidentalis

Aragoa occidentalis is native to Colombia, and can be found in dry, sandy areas, such as deserts and beaches.

Aragoa occidentalis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aragoa occidentalis?

Aragoa occidentalis

What is the common name of Aragoa occidentalis?

Western Aragoa

What is the habitat of Aragoa occidentalis?

Grassy areas, roadsides, and disturbed sites

Species in the Plantaginaceae family

Acanthorrhinum ramosissimum, Adenosma annamense, Adenosma bracteosum, Adenosma camphoratum, Adenosma cordifolium, Adenosma debilis, Adenosma elsholtzioides, Adenosma glutinosum, Adenosma hirsutum, Adenosma indianum, Adenosma inopinatum, Adenosma javanicum, Adenosma macrophyllum, Adenosma malabaricum, Adenosma microcephalum, Adenosma muelleri, Adenosma nelsonioides, Adenosma papuana, Adenosma punctata, Adenosma retusilobum, Adenosma subrepens, Adenosma ternata, Adenosma thorelii, Agathelpis adunca, Agathelpis brevifolia, Agathelpis mucronata, Albraunia foveopilosa, Albraunia fugax, Albraunia psilosperma, Anamaria heterophylla, Anarrhinum bellidifolium, Anarrhinum corsicum, Anarrhinum duriminium, Anarrhinum forsskaolii, Anarrhinum fruticosum, Anarrhinum intermedium, Anarrhinum laxiflorum, Anarrhinum longipedicellatum, Anarrhinum orientale, Anarrhinum pedatum, Anarrhinum forskaohlii, Ancistrostylis harmandii, Angelonia acuminatissima, Angelonia alternifolia, Angelonia angustifolia, Angelonia arguta, Angelonia biflora, Angelonia bisaccata, Angelonia blanchetii, Angelonia campestris,

References

Francis W. Pennell (1886-1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pennell' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:17478-2: 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].