Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
bahiensis
ID:
476010

Status:
valid

Authors:
V.C.Souza & Harley

Source:
cmp

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 55: 160 (2000)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000475342



Common Names

  • Philcoxia bahiensis
  • Bahiensis philcoxia
  • Philcoxia


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Description

Philcoxia bahiensis (also called 'Bahia Philcoxia', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Brazil, with small white flowers. It grows in sandy soils, in open, disturbed areas, such as roadsides and fields.

Uses & Benefits

Philcoxia bahiensis is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, rheumatism, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Philcoxia bahiensis are white and tubular, with four petals. The seeds are small and round, with a dark brown color. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Philcoxia bahiensis is a perennial herb native to Brazil. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature plants and planted in a well-drained soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Philcoxia bahiensis

Philcoxia bahiensis is native to Brazil and can be found in sandy soils.

Philcoxia bahiensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Philcoxia bahiensis?

Philcoxia bahiensis

What is the common name of Philcoxia bahiensis?

Philcoxia bahiensis

What type of plant is Philcoxia bahiensis?

Herb

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

Raymond Mervyn Harley (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harley' in the authors string.
Vinicius Castro Souza (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'V.C.Souza' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:319891-2: 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].