Orthosia pubescens - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation 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 Orthosia genus
Orthosia congesta, Orthosia eichleri, Orthosia mollis, Orthosia loandensis, Orthosia cassythoides, Orthosia ellemanniae, Orthosia scoparia, Orthosia arenosa, Orthosia itatiaiensis, Orthosia tarmensis, Orthosia urceolata, Orthosia virgata, Orthosia multiflora, Orthosia umbrosa, Orthosia stenophylla, Orthosia dusenii, Orthosia extra-axillaris, Orthosia glaberrima, Orthosia misera, Orthosia ramosa, Orthosia rubens, Orthosia smaragdina, Orthosia stipitata, Orthosia cynanchoides, Orthosia woodii, Orthosia guilleminiana, Orthosia pearcei, Orthosia bonplandiana, Orthosia calycina, Orthosia cardozoi, Orthosia henriqueana, Orthosia meridensis, Orthosia parviflora, Orthosia pubescens, Orthosia selloana, Orthosia stannardii, Orthosia ventensis, Orthosia angustifolia,
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.