Status:
valid
Authors:
Hemsl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1883
Citation Micro:
Biol. Cent.-Amer., Bot. 3: 129 (1883)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000757143
Common Names
- Adelia oaxacana
- Oaxacana Daisy
- Oaxacana Flower
Description
Adelia oaxacana (also called 'Oaxacan Adelia', among many other common names) is a shrub with a height of up to 3 m. It is native to Mexico and grows in tropical and subtropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Adelia oaxacana is a species of flowering plant in the Adelia family. It is commonly used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. The flowers are edible and can be used to make tea. The leaves can also be eaten, either raw or cooked.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Adelia oaxacana has white, star-shaped flowers with six petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Adelia oaxacana is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts. It can be propagated by division in spring or early summer.
Where to Find Adelia oaxacana
Adelia oaxacana can be found in Mexico, in the states of Oaxaca and Veracruz.
Adelia oaxacana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Adelia oaxacana?
Adelia oaxacana
What is the common name of Adelia oaxacana?
Oaxaca Adelia
What is the family of Adelia oaxacana?
Euphorbiaceae
Species in the Adelia genus
Adelia brandegeei,
Adelia cinerea,
Adelia barbinervis,
Adelia membranifolia,
Adelia oaxacana,
Adelia obovata,
Adelia panamensis,
Adelia ricinella,
Adelia triloba,
Adelia vaseyi,
Species in the Euphorbiaceae family
Acalypha peckoltii,
Acalypha peduncularis,
Acalypha pendula,
Acalypha perrieri,
Acalypha persimilis,
Acalypha peruviana,
Acalypha pervilleana,
Acalypha phleoides,
Acalypha phyllonomifolia,
Acalypha pilosa,
Acalypha pippenii,
Acalypha pittieri,
Acalypha platyphylla,
Acalypha pleiogyne,
Acalypha plicata,
Acalypha pohliana,
Acalypha poiretii,
Acalypha polymorpha,
Acalypha polystachya,
Acalypha portoricensis,
Acalypha pruinosa,
Acalypha pruriens,
Acalypha pseudalopecuroides,
Acalypha pseudovagans,
Acalypha psilostachya,
Acalypha pubiflora,
Acalypha pulchrespicata,
Acalypha punctata,
Acalypha purpurascens,
Acalypha purpusii,
Acalypha pycnantha,
Acalypha pygmaea,
Acalypha radians,
Acalypha radicans,
Acalypha radinostachya,
Acalypha radula,
Acalypha radula,
Acalypha rafaelensis,
Acalypha raivavensis,
Acalypha rapensis,
Acalypha reflexa,
Acalypha repanda,
Acalypha retifera,
Acalypha rhombifolia,
Acalypha rhomboidea,
Acalypha richardiana,
Acalypha riedeliana,
Acalypha rivularis,
Acalypha rottleroides,
Acalypha rubrinervis,