Status:
valid
Authors:
Loes.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1912
Citation Micro:
Verh. Bot. Vereins Prov. Brandenburg 53: 78 (1911 publ. 1912)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000228764
Common Names
- Lippia chiapasensis
- Lippia Chiapasensis
- Lippia Chiapasensis Plant
Description
Lippia chiapasensis (also called Lippia chiapasensis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the verbena family, Verbenaceae. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in dry habitats. It is a small shrub, growing to a height of 0.5–2 m, with small, oval-shaped leaves and small white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Lippia chiapasensis has many medicinal uses, including treating fever, headaches, and digestive issues. It is also used as an ornamental plant, and its leaves can be used to make tea.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Lippia chiapasensis has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lippia chiapasensis is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -4°C (25°F). It can be pruned to shape and can be used as a hedge or in a mixed border.
Where to Find Lippia chiapasensis
Lippia chiapasensis is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Chiapas, Oaxaca, and Veracruz.
Lippia chiapasensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lippia chiapasensis?
Lippia chiapasensis
What are the common names of Lippia chiapasensis?
Lippia, wild sage
What is the natural habitat of Lippia chiapasensis?
Lippia chiapasensis is native to South Africa and is found in dry, rocky areas
Species in the Lippia genus
Lippia aberrans,
Lippia abyssinica,
Lippia acuminata,
Lippia acutidens,
Lippia alba,
Lippia alnifolia,
Lippia americana,
Lippia angustifolia,
Lippia antaica,
Lippia appendiculata,
Lippia arechavaletae,
Lippia aristata,
Lippia asperrima,
Lippia balansae,
Lippia baumii,
Lippia bellatula,
Lippia bicolor,
Lippia brachypoda,
Lippia bracteosa,
Lippia bradei,
Lippia bromleyana,
Lippia burtonii,
Lippia callensi,
Lippia campestris,
Lippia cardiostegia,
Lippia carviodora,
Lippia chevalierii,
Lippia chiapasensis,
Lippia chrysantha,
Lippia coarctata,
Lippia coriacea,
Lippia corymbosa,
Lippia culmenicola,
Lippia dauensis,
Lippia domingensis,
Lippia durangensis,
Lippia ekmanii,
Lippia elliptica,
Lippia eupatorium,
Lippia fastigiata,
Lippia felippei,
Lippia ferruginea,
Lippia filifolia,
Lippia fissicalyx,
Lippia flavida,
Lippia florida,
Lippia formosa,
Lippia fragrans,
Lippia gardneriana,
Lippia gehrtii,
Species in the Verbenaceae family
Acantholippia seriphioides,
Aloysia unifacialis,
Aloysia decipiens,
Aloysia barbata,
Aloysia brasiliensis,
Aloysia castellanosii,
Aloysia catamarcensis,
Aloysia chamaedryfolia,
Aloysia chiapensis,
Aloysia citrodora,
Aloysia crenata,
Aloysia densispicata,
Aloysia dusenii,
Aloysia fiebrigii,
Aloysia gentryi,
Aloysia gratissima,
Aloysia hatschbachii,
Aloysia herrerae,
Aloysia macrostachya,
Aloysia nahuire,
Aloysia oblanceolata,
Aloysia ovatifolia,
Aloysia peruviana,
Aloysia polygalifolia,
Aloysia polystachya,
Aloysia pulchra,
Aloysia salviifolia,
Aloysia schulziana,
Aloysia scorodonioides,
Aloysia sonorensis,
Aloysia spathulata,
Aloysia virgata,
Aloysia wrightii,
Aloysia velutina,
Aloysia cordata,
Aloysia arequipensis,
Aloysia coalcomana,
Aloysia salsoloides,
Aloysia deserticola,
Aloysia trifida,
Aloysia riojana,
Aloysia tarapacana,
Bouchea agrestis,
Bouchea boliviana,
Bouchea dissecta,
Bouchea notabilis,
Bouchea prismatica,
Bouchea pseudochascanum,
Bouchea rusbyi,
Bouchea spathulata,
References
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:141077-2: 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].