Status:
valid
Authors:
Ramos & E.Martínez
Source:
ksu
Year:
2011
Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Hung. 53: 193 (2011)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000749276
Common Names
- Esenbeckia dorantesii
- Dorantes' Esenbeckia
- Dorantesii Esenbeckia
Description
Esenbeckia dorantesii (also called 'Dorantes' Esenbeckia', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Mexico. It has oval leaves and yellow flowers. It is found in open woodlands and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Esenbeckia dorantesii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Esenbeckia dorantesii has small, yellow-green flowers, and its seeds are small, brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Esenbeckia dorantesii is a shrub that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed, cuttings, or layering. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and placed in a well-drained potting mix. Layering is done by burying a stem in the soil and allowing it to root.
Where to Find Esenbeckia dorantesii
Esenbeckia dorantesii can be found in tropical rainforests in Central America.
Esenbeckia dorantesii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Esenbeckia dorantesii?
Esenbeckia dorantesii
What is the common name of Esenbeckia dorantesii?
Dorantes Esenbeckia
What is the natural habitat of Esenbeckia dorantesii?
Tropical and subtropical dry forests
Species in the Esenbeckia genus
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