Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zygophyllales
Species:
mexicana
ID:
1250241

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook. & Arn.

Source:
tro

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001249579

Common Names

  • Kallstroemia mexicana
  • Mexican Kallstroemia
  • Kallstroemia Mexicana

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Description

Kallstroemia mexicana (also called Kallstroemiaceae, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Kallstroemiaceae. It is an annual herb, growing up to 0.3 m tall. It is native to tropical North America, occurring in Mexico and the United States. It is found in tropical dry shrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Kallstroemia mexicana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Kallstroemia mexicana is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, oval-shaped seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kallstroemia mexicana is a perennial flowering plant native to Mexico. It is a fast-growing species that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soils in full sun and requires regular watering and fertilizing. It is also susceptible to fungal diseases, so it is important to keep the soil moist but not soggy.

Where to Find Kallstroemia mexicana

Kallstroemia mexicana can be found in dry forests and scrublands of Mexico.

Kallstroemia mexicana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kallstroemia mexicana?

Kallstroemia mexicana

What type of plant is Kallstroemia mexicana?

A shrub

Where does Kallstroemia mexicana grow?

In tropical and subtropical regions of South America

Species in the Zygophyllaceae family

Balanites aegyptiaca, Balanites angolensis, Balanites glabra, Balanites maughamii, Balanites pedicellaris, Balanites rotundifolia, Balanites roxburghii, Balanites triflora, Balanites wilsoniana, Balanites aegyptiacus, Balanites wilsonianus, Bulnesia chilensis, Bulnesia foliosa, Bulnesia retamo, Bulnesia rivas-martinezii, Bulnesia schichendanzii, Bulnesia schickendantzii, Guaiacum coulteri, Guaiacum officinale, Guaiacum palmeri, Guaiacum sanctum, Guaiacum unijugum, Guaiacum nellii, Kallstroemia pubescens, Kallstroemia maxima, Kallstroemia californica, Kallstroemia grandiflora, Kallstroemia hirsutissima, Kallstroemia parviflora, Kallstroemia perennans, Kallstroemia adscendens, Kallstroemia tucumanensis, Kallstroemia tribuloides, Kallstroemia incana, Kallstroemia rosei, Kallstroemia boliviana, Kallstroemia pennellii, Kallstroemia peninsularis, Kallstroemia standleyi, Kallstroemia mexicana, Kallstroemia curta, Kallstroemia hintonii, Kelleronia gillettiae, Kelleronia splendens, Kelleronia revoilii, Larrea simulans, Larrea ameghinoi, Larrea divaricata, Larrea cuneifolia, Larrea nitida,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50150061: Based on the initial data import
William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
George Arnott Walker-Arnott (1799-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arn.' in the authors string.