Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
pubescens
ID:
1285981

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Greenm.) Liede & Meve

Source:
tro

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Novon 18: 207 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001285319

Common Names

  • Orthosia pubescens
  • Hairy Orthosia
  • Pubescens Orthosia

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Description

Orthosia pubescens (also called Hairy Orthosia, among many other common names) is a moth native to North America. It has a wingspan of 2-4 cm and its wings are grayish-brown with white spots. It is found in wooded areas, in moist and shady places.

Uses & Benefits

Orthosia pubescens is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat respiratory disorders and fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Orthosia pubescens has white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Orthosia pubescens is a perennial flowering plant native to tropical and subtropical regions. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from mature branches and rooted in a moist soil mix. The plant prefers partial shade and regular watering.

Where to Find Orthosia pubescens

Orthosia pubescens can be found in Central and South America.

Orthosia pubescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Orthosia pubescens?

Orthosia pubescens

What is the common name of Orthosia pubescens?

Hairy orthosia

What type of plant is Orthosia pubescens?

Herb

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50327308: Based on the initial data import
Jesse More Greenman (1867-1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greenm.' in the authors string.
Sigrid Liede (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Liede' in the authors string.
Ulrich Meve (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Meve' in the authors string.