Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Family:
Species:
iltisii
ID:
1325454

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.F.Morales

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Phytoneuron 2013-85: 1 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001337908



Common Names

  • Iltisii Forchhammeria
  • Forchhammeria iltisii
  • Forchhammeria


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Description

Forchhammeria iltisii (also called Iltis' Forchhammeria, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Central America. It is an evergreen shrub, reaching up to 2 m in height. Its leaves are elliptic and its flowers are small and white. It is found in moist forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Forchhammeria iltisii is used as a traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and as an antiseptic. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Forchhammeria iltisii has small, yellow flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are green and have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Forchhammeria iltisii is a perennial plant that is best propagated by division in spring or autumn. It should be planted in a sunny location in well-drained soil. It requires regular watering and fertilizing to ensure optimal growth.

Where to Find Forchhammeria iltisii

Forchhammeria iltisii is native to the tropical forests of Central America. It can be found in nurseries that specialize in rare tropical plants.

Forchhammeria iltisii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Forchhammeria iltisii?

Forchhammeria iltisii

What is the family of Forchhammeria iltisii?

Asteraceae

What is the native range of Forchhammeria iltisii?

China

Species in the Resedaceae family

Borthwickia trifoliata, Caylusea abyssinica, Caylusea hexagyna, Caylusea latifolia, Forchhammeria brevipes, Forchhammeria emarginata, Forchhammeria haitiensis, Forchhammeria hintonii, Forchhammeria laxiflora, Forchhammeria longifolia, Forchhammeria macrocarpa, Forchhammeria matudae, Forchhammeria pallida, Forchhammeria polyandra, Forchhammeria sessilifolia, Forchhammeria sphaerocarpa, Forchhammeria trifoliata, Forchhammeria watsonii, Forchhammeria tamaulipana, Forchhammeria iltisii, Ochradenus spartioides, Ochradenus baccatus, Ochradenus arabicus, Ochradenus harsusiticus, Ochradenus somalensis, Ochradenus gifrii, Ochradenus socotranus, Oligomeris subulata, Oligomeris linifolia, Oligomeris dipetala, Oligomeris dregeana, Randonia africana, Reseda alba, Reseda alopecuros, Reseda alphonsi, Reseda amblyocarpa, Reseda arabica, Reseda anatolica, Reseda urnigera, Reseda tomentosa, Reseda undata, Reseda tymphaea, Reseda villosa, Reseda virgata, Reseda viridis, Reseda tefedestica, Reseda germanicopolitana, Reseda glauca, Reseda elata, Reseda duriaeana,

References

Juan Francisco Morales Quirós (b.1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.F.Morales' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77135556-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.