Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Gray
Source:
cmp
Year:
1886
Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 21: 405 (1886)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000588104
Common Names
- Carlowrightia serpyllifolia
- Thyme-leaved Carlowrightia
- Thyme-leaved Wrightia
Description
Carlowrightia serpyllifolia (also called Thymeleaf Carlowrightia, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean. It grows in dry, deciduous forests and scrublands, and is characterized by its small, ovate leaves and white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Carlowrightia serpyllifolia 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 serpyllifolia has small white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Carlowrightia serpyllifolia is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. For best results, water regularly and fertilize monthly.
Where to Find Carlowrightia serpyllifolia
Carlowrightia serpyllifolia is native to Mexico and is found in the states of Oaxaca, Guerrero, and Chiapas.
Carlowrightia serpyllifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Carlowrightia serpyllifolia?
Carlowrightia serpyllifolia
What is the common name of Carlowrightia serpyllifolia?
Carlowrightia
What is the family of Carlowrightia serpyllifolia?
Caricaceae
Species in the Carlowrightia genus
Carlowrightia albiflora,
Carlowrightia arizonica,
Carlowrightia ecuadoriana,
Carlowrightia fuertensis,
Carlowrightia henricksonii,
Carlowrightia hepalocarpa,
Carlowrightia hintonii,
Carlowrightia huicholiana,
Carlowrightia lesueurii,
Carlowrightia lindauiana,
Carlowrightia linearifolia,
Carlowrightia mcvaughii,
Carlowrightia mexicana,
Carlowrightia myriantha,
Carlowrightia neesiana,
Carlowrightia ovata,
Carlowrightia parviflora,
Carlowrightia parvifolia,
Carlowrightia pectinata,
Carlowrightia pringlei,
Carlowrightia purpurea,
Carlowrightia serpyllifolia,
Carlowrightia texana,
Carlowrightia torreyana,
Carlowrightia trichocarpa,
Carlowrightia venturae,
Carlowrightia yucatanensis,
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,