Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
moctezumae
ID:
1316672

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rzed. & Calderón

Source:
ipni

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Mex. 97: 60 (-63; fig. 2) (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001329126

Common Names

  • Perymenium moctezumae
  • Mexican Perymenium
  • Moctezuma's Perymenium

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Description

Perymenium moctezumae (also called Moctezumae Perymenium, among many other common names) is a species of plant native to Mexico, Guatemala and Honduras. It grows in humid forests, at elevations of 1500-2500m. It has a small, upright stem with a few leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Perymenium moctezumae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used for timber, fuel, and fodder.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Perymenium moctezumae is a small, yellow, bell-shaped bloom. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Perymenium moctezumae can be done through division of the plant or by seed. The plant prefers a warm, humid environment and should be kept moist. It should be fertilized regularly and should be protected from direct sunlight.

Where to Find Perymenium moctezumae

Perymenium moctezumae is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America, including Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, Venezuela, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, and Brazil.

Perymenium moctezumae FAQ

What is the common name of Perymenium moctezumae?

Moctezuma's Perymenium

What type of soil does Perymenium moctezumae prefer?

Well-drained, acidic soil

What type of climate does Perymenium moctezumae prefer?

Humid, tropical climate

Species in the Perymenium genus

Perymenium stenophyllum, Perymenium jalapanum, Perymenium gracile, Perymenium tamaulipense, Perymenium basaseachicanum, Perymenium paneroi, Perymenium alticola, Perymenium nicaraguense, Perymenium hintonii, Perymenium mendezii, Perymenium oxycarphum, Perymenium glandulosum, Perymenium asperifolium, Perymenium wilburorum, Perymenium huentitanum, Perymenium gymnolomoides, Perymenium uxoris, Perymenium oaxacanum, Perymenium sedasanum, Perymenium colombianum, Perymenium bishopii, Perymenium jelskii, Perymenium celendianum, Perymenium subsquarrosum, Perymenium chloroleucum, Perymenium rude, Perymenium fayi, Perymenium cualense, Perymenium jaliscense, Perymenium harlingii, Perymenium episcopale, Perymenium discolor, Perymenium featherstonei, Perymenium grande, Perymenium pinetorum, Perymenium gypsophilum, Perymenium buphthalmoides, Perymenium reticulatum, Perymenium huascaranum, Perymenium ghiesbreghtii, Perymenium beckeri, Perymenium pringlei, Perymenium berlandieri, Perymenium sonoranum, Perymenium tehuacanum, Perymenium klattianum, Perymenium ovatum, Perymenium globosum, Perymenium hintoniorum, Perymenium yanezii,

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

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.