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
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.
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
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