Houstonia macvaughii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Terrell) Govaerts ex Borhidi
Source:
ipni
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Hung. 54: 82 (2012)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001332897
Common Names
- Houstonia macvaughii
- Macvaughii Houstonia
- Macvaughii's Houstonia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Houstonia macvaughii (also called Macvaugh's Bluet, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is an evergreen shrub with small, white flowers and narrow, green leaves. It is native to Mexico and is found in moist, tropical habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Houstonia macvaughii is a species of plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headache, and abdominal pain. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Houstonia macvaughii has small, white flowers with yellow centers, and its seeds are small, black and round. Seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Houstonia macvaughii is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils and can tolerate drought. It can be propagated by seed or division.
Where to Find Houstonia macvaughii
Houstonia macvaughii can be found in Mexico.
Houstonia macvaughii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Houstonia macvaughii?
Houstonia macvaughii
What is the family of Houstonia macvaughii?
Rubiaceae
What is the natural habitat of Houstonia macvaughii?
Tropical forests
Species in the Houstonia genus
Houstonia acerosa, Houstonia caerulea, Houstonia canadensis, Houstonia correllii, Houstonia croftiae, Houstonia humifusa, Houstonia longifolia, Houstonia micrantha, Houstonia palmeri, Houstonia parviflora, Houstonia procumbens, Houstonia prostrata, Houstonia purpurea, Houstonia pusilla, Houstonia rubra, Houstonia serpyllifolia, Houstonia sharpii, Houstonia spellenbergii, Houstonia subviscosa, Houstonia teretifolia, Houstonia wrightii, Houstonia macvaughii, Houstonia ouachitana, Houstonia rosea,
Species in the Rubiaceae family
Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,
References
Rafaël Govaerts (b.1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Govaerts' in the authors string.
Attila Borhidi (b.1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Borhidi' in the authors string.
Edward E. Terrell (1923-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Terrell' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77119104-1: Based on the initial data import