Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Species:
pilocarpoides
ID:
681490

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kunth

Source:
cmp

Year:
1825

Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Sp. 7: 248 (1825)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000680823



Common Names

  • Esenbeckia Pilocarpoides
  • Pilocarpoides Esenbeckia
  • Esenbeckia Shrub


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Synonyms

  • Pilocarpus humboldtii Spreng. [unknown]
  • Esenbeckia castanocarpa Griseb. [unknown]
  • Esenbeckia pilocarpoides guianensis Engl. [unknown]
  • Esenbeckia venezuelensis Engl. [unknown]
  • Esenbeckia pilocarpoides pilocarpoides [unknown]

Description

Esenbeckia pilocarpoides (also called Pilocarpus-like Esenbeckia, among many other common names) is a small shrub with a height of up to 1 m. It is native to the south-western United States and northern Mexico. It grows in rocky, sandy soils and is found in desert scrub, grassland, and oak woodland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Esenbeckia pilocarpoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Esenbeckia pilocarpoides sub. maurioides (Mart.) Kaastra

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Esenbeckia pilocarpoides is a white or yellowish-green corolla with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, thin stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Esenbeckia pilocarpoides is a small, shrubby tree that grows up to 5 m tall. It is native to Central and South America. It prefers a warm, humid climate and well-draining soil. Propagation is done by seed or by cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist soil mix and kept warm and moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Esenbeckia pilocarpoides

Esenbeckia pilocarpoides is native to Central and South America.

Esenbeckia pilocarpoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Esenbeckia pilocarpoides?

Esenbeckia pilocarpoides

What are the common names of Esenbeckia pilocarpoides?

Pilocarpus-like esenbeckia

What is the natural habitat of Esenbeckia pilocarpoides?

Dry forests and scrublands of Mexico

Species in the Esenbeckia genus

Species in the Rutaceae family

Acmadenia alternifolia, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia baileyensis, Acmadenia bodkinii, Acmadenia burchellii, Acmadenia candida, Acmadenia densifolia, Acmadenia faucitincta, Acmadenia flaccida, Acmadenia fruticosa, Acmadenia gracilis, Acmadenia heterophylla, Acmadenia kiwanensis, Acmadenia latifolia, Acmadenia laxa, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia macropetala, Acmadenia maculata, Acmadenia matroosbergensis, Acmadenia mundiana, Acmadenia nivea, Acmadenia nivenii, Acmadenia obtusata, Acmadenia patentifolia, Acmadenia rourkeana, Acmadenia rupicola, Acmadenia sheilae, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia tetracarpellata, Acmadenia tetragona, Acmadenia trigona, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia wittebergensis, Acradenia euodiiformis, Acradenia frankliniae, Acronychia richards-beehleri, Acronychia aberrans, Acronychia acidula, Acronychia acronychioides, Acronychia acuminata, Acronychia arfakensis, Acronychia baeuerlenii, Acronychia brassii, Acronychia carrii, Acronychia cartilaginea, Acronychia chooreechillum,

References