Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zygophyllales
Genus:
Species:
mexicana
ID:
1240209

Status:
valid

Authors:
(DC.) Rose & J.H.Painter

Source:
tro

Year:
1907

Citation Micro:
Smithsonian Misc. Collect. 50: 33 (1907)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001239547



Common Names

  • Morkillia
  • Mexican Morkillia
  • Morkillia Mexicana


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Description

Morkillia mexicana (also called Mexican Morkillia, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant native to Mexico. It is found in dry, open woodlands and thickets, and is often found in disturbed areas. It has a basal rosette of lanceolate-shaped leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Morkillia mexicana is used as an ornamental plant, for making furniture, and as a source of timber. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Morkillia mexicana is yellow and has a single, tubular petal. The seed is small, dark brown, and round. The seedlings have two opposite leaves, and a small root.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Morkillia mexicana can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Morkillia mexicana

Morkillia mexicana is native to the dry forests of Mexico and Central America.

Morkillia mexicana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Morkillia mexicana?

Morkillia mexicana

What is the common name of Morkillia mexicana?

Mexican Morkillia

What type of plant is Morkillia mexicana?

It is a shrub

Species in the Morkillia genus

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-50103098: Based on the initial data import
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Joseph Nelson Rose (1862-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rose' in the authors string.
Joseph Hannum Painter (1879-1908): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.H.Painter' in the authors string.