Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
parvifolia
ID:
588766

Status:
valid

Authors:
Brandegee

Source:
cmp

Year:
1911

Citation Micro:
Univ. Calif. Publ. Bot. 4: 190 (1911)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000588098

Common Names

  • Carlowrightia parvifolia
  • Small-leaved Carlowrightia
  • Small-leaved Wrightia

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Description

Carlowrightia parvifolia (also called 'Carlowrightia parvifolia', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Acanthaceae. It is native to Central and South America. It grows in moist forests, swamps, and other wet habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Carlowrightia parvifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It can also be used as a windbreak or for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Carlowrightia parvifolia has white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, dark brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Carlowrightia parvifolia is a low-growing, evergreen, perennial shrub with white flowers. It can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer and planted in individual containers with a well-draining soil mix.

Where to Find Carlowrightia parvifolia

Carlowrightia parvifolia is native to Mexico and is found in the states of Oaxaca, Guerrero, and Chiapas.

Carlowrightia parvifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Carlowrightia parvifolia?

Carlowrightia parvifolia

What is the common name of Carlowrightia parvifolia?

Small-leaved Carlowrightia

What is the natural habitat of Carlowrightia parvifolia?

Dry, rocky hillsides in Mexico

Species in the Acanthaceae family

Acanthopale macrocarpa, Acanthopale confertiflora, Acanthopale decempedalis, Acanthopale laxiflora, Acanthopale madagascariensis, Acanthopale pubescens, Acanthopale aethiogermanica, Acanthopale breviceps, Acanthopale cuneifolia, Acanthopale ramiflora, Acanthopale perrieri, Acanthopale humblotii, Acanthopsis carduifolia, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis glauca, Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana, Acanthopsis horrida, Acanthopsis scullyi, Acanthopsis spathularis, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis tuba, Acanthopsis ludoviciana, Acanthopsis adamanticola, Acanthopsis dispermoides, Acanthopsis erosa, Acanthopsis dregeana, Acanthopsis tetragona, Acanthopsis glandulopalmata, Acanthopsis insueta, Acanthopsis nitida, Acanthopsis pagodiformis, Acanthopsis glabra, Acanthopsis villosa, Acanthus austromontanus, Acanthus greuterianus, Acanthus kulalensis, Acanthus arboreus, Acanthus carduaceus, Acanthus caroli-alexandri, Acanthus caudatus, Acanthus dioscoridis, Acanthus ebracteatus, Acanthus eminens, Acanthus flexicaulis, Acanthus gaed, Acanthus guineensis, Acanthus hirsutus, Acanthus hungaricus, Acanthus ilicifolius, Acanthus latisepalus,

References

Townshend Stith Brandegee (1843-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brandegee' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.