Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
mexicana
ID:
586008

Status:
valid

Authors:
Moric. ex Benth.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1846

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 10: 429 (1846)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000585340



Common Names

  • Capraria mexicana
  • Mexicana Capraria
  • Mexican Capraria


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Description

Capraria mexicana (also called Mexican capraria, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mexico and Central America. It has a woody stem and small, white flowers. It grows in dry, open areas and is often found in disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Capraria mexicana is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Capraria mexicana has small, white flowers with 4 petals. The seeds are small and brown. The seedlings are thin and have a single, long stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Capraria mexicana is an annual herb that grows up to 1 m in height. It is native to South America and is found in dry and disturbed areas. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-drained soil. The plant prefers full sun and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Capraria mexicana

Capraria mexicana is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Chiapas, Oaxaca, and Veracruz.

Capraria mexicana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Capraria mexicana?

Capraria mexicana

What is the natural habitat of Capraria mexicana?

Tropical rainforests, deciduous forests, and scrub jungles

What is the flowering season of Capraria mexicana?

Flowering occurs from April to June

Species in the Scrophulariaceae family

Alonsoa acutifolia, Alonsoa auriculata, Alonsoa caulialata, Alonsoa hirsuta, Alonsoa honoraria, Alonsoa linearis, Alonsoa meridionalis, Alonsoa minor, Alonsoa pallida, Alonsoa peduncularis, Alonsoa serrata, Alonsoa unilabiata, Ameroglossum pernambucense, Ameroglossum manoel-felixii, Ameroglossum alatum, Ameroglossum asperifolium, Ameroglossum bicolor, Ameroglossum fulniorum, Ameroglossum genaroanum, Ameroglossum intermedium, Ameroglossum xukuruorum, Androya decaryi, Antherothamnus pearsonii, Anticharis arabica, Anticharis ebracteata, Anticharis glandulosa, Anticharis imbricata, Anticharis inflata, Anticharis juncea, Anticharis scoparia, Anticharis senegalensis, Anticharis namibensis, Anticharis kaokoensis, Anticharis angolensis, Aptosimum albomarginatum, Aptosimum arenarium, Aptosimum decumbens, Aptosimum elongatum, Aptosimum eriocephalum, Aptosimum glandulosum, Aptosimum gossweileri, Aptosimum indivisum, Aptosimum lineare, Aptosimum marlothii, Aptosimum molle, Aptosimum neglectum, Aptosimum patulum, Aptosimum procumbens, Aptosimum pumilum, Aptosimum spinescens,

References

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Moïse-Étienne Moricand (1779-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Moric.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:800797-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].