Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
hirsutus
ID:
370359

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss. & A.Huet

Source:
ksu

Year:
1856

Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient. , ser. 2, 5: 32 (1856)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000369691

Common Names

  • Hairy Meniocus
  • Hairy Meniocus
  • Hirsutus Meniocus

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Synonyms

  • Alyssum huetii Boiss. [unknown]

Description

Meniocus hirsutus (also called Hairy Meniocus, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to Mexico. It has a rounded habit and produces white, bell-shaped flowers. It grows in moist forests and along stream banks.

Uses & Benefits

Meniocus hirsutus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its flowers are used in making garlands and its leaves are used as a medicinal herb to treat fever and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Meniocus hirsutus has small, yellow flowers, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and have a single, short stem with a tuft of leaves at the top.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Meniocus hirsutus is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division of the rhizomes. It can be cultivated in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C.

Where to Find Meniocus hirsutus

Meniocus hirsutus is native to South America and can be found in the Amazon rainforest.

Meniocus hirsutus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Meniocus hirsutus?

Meniocus hirsutus

What is the common name of Meniocus hirsutus?

Hirsute Meniocus

What is the habitat of Meniocus hirsutus?

It is found in dry, rocky areas, such as hillsides and cliffs

Species in the Brassicaceae family

Abdra brachycarpa, Abdra aprica, Acuston perenne, Aethionema rhodopaeum, Aethionema alanyae, Aethionema arabicum, Aethionema armenum, Aethionema capitatum, Aethionema carlsbergii, Aethionema carneum, Aethionema cephalanthum, Aethionema cordatum, Aethionema coridifolium, Aethionema demirizii, Aethionema diastrophis, Aethionema dumanii, Aethionema edentulum, Aethionema eunomioides, Aethionema fimbriatum, Aethionema froedinii, Aethionema gileadense, Aethionema glaucinum, Aethionema grandiflorum, Aethionema heterocarpum, Aethionema heterophyllum, Aethionema huber-morathii, Aethionema karamanicum, Aethionema lepidioides, Aethionema levandowskyi, Aethionema lycium, Aethionema marashicum, Aethionema membranaceum, Aethionema munzurense, Aethionema orbiculatum, Aethionema papillosum, Aethionema retsina, Aethionema saxatile, Aethionema schistosum, Aethionema semnanensis, Aethionema speciosum, Aethionema spicatum, Aethionema stylosum, Aethionema subulatum, Aethionema syriacum, Aethionema thesiifolium, Aethionema thomasianum, Aethionema transhyrcanum, Aethionema turcicum, Aethionema umbellatum, Aethionema virgatum,

References

Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Alfred Huet du Pavillon (1829-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Huet' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:287024-1: Based on the initial data import