Acourtia moctezumae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
moctezumae
ID:
1481
Status:
valid
Authors:
Rzed. & Calderón
Source:
gcc
Year:
1990
Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Mex. 12: 14 (1990).
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000000810
Common Names
- Moctezuma's Acourtia
- Desert Thistle
- Desert-thorn
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Acourtia moctezumae (also called Mexican Daisy, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mexico. It has a basal rosette of leaves and produces white flowers in the summer. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is often found in meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Acourtia moctezumae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Acourtia moctezumae has small, yellow flowers with white centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Acourtia moctezumae is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature stems and planted in a well-drained soil mix. The plants should be kept in a warm, sunny location and watered regularly.
Where to Find Acourtia moctezumae
Acourtia moctezumae is native to Mexico and can be found in dry, rocky areas.
Acourtia moctezumae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Acourtia moctezumae?
Acourtia moctezumae
What is the common name of Acourtia moctezumae?
Mexican Thistle
What is the natural habitat of Acourtia moctezumae?
Acourtia moctezumae is native to Mexico and can be found in dry, rocky areas.
What is the flower color of Acourtia moctezumae?
The flowers of Acourtia moctezumae are usually white or pink.
What is the growth habit of Acourtia moctezumae?
Acourtia moctezumae is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 3 feet tall.
Species in the Acourtia genus
Acourtia potosina, Acourtia macrocephala, Acourtia souleana, Acourtia moctezumae, Acourtia wrightii, Acourtia glandulifera, Acourtia platyptera, Acourtia moschata, Acourtia carpholepis, Acourtia butandae, Acourtia reticulata, Acourtia pulchella, Acourtia joaquinensis, Acourtia nudiuscula, Acourtia patens, Acourtia microcephala, Acourtia scaposa, Acourtia nudicaulis, Acourtia wislizeni, Acourtia hintoniorum, Acourtia ciprianoi, Acourtia nana, Acourtia discolor, Acourtia platyphylla, Acourtia mexiae, Acourtia erioloma, Acourtia zacatecana, Acourtia elizabethiae, Acourtia mexicana, Acourtia coulteri, Acourtia molinana, Acourtia venturae, Acourtia hidalgoana, Acourtia gracilis, Acourtia glomeriflora, Acourtia hondurana, Acourtia caltepecana, Acourtia turbinata, Acourtia huajuapana, Acourtia humboldtii, Acourtia lobulata, Acourtia oxylepis, Acourtia palmeri, Acourtia dieringeri, Acourtia cuernavacana, Acourtia umbratalis, Acourtia dissiticeps, Acourtia michoacana, Acourtia fragrans, Acourtia oaxacana,
Species in the Asteraceae family
Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-100773: Based on the initial data import
Jerzy Rzedowski (b.1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rzed.' in the authors string.
Graciela Calderón (b.1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Calderón' in the authors string.