Cochemiea pondii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Greene) Walton
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1899
Citation Micro:
in Cact. J. (London) 2: 51. 1899.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000613662
Common Names
- Cochemiea Pondii
- Pond's Cochemiea
- Pond Cochemiea
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- Cactus pondii (Greene) J.M.Coult. [unknown]
- Cochemiea pondii pondii [unknown]
- Mammillaria pondii Greene [unknown]
- Mammillaria pondii pondii [unknown]
Description
Cochemiea pondii (also called Pond's Cochemiea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the yellow-eyed grass family, Xyridaceae. It is a perennial herb with long, narrow leaves and is native to the southeastern United States. It can be found in wet, sandy soils near rivers, streams, and other bodies of water.
Uses & Benefits
Cochemiea pondii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating digestive problems and skin ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cochemiea pondii has yellow flowers, small, dark brown seeds, and small seedlings with narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cochemiea pondii is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 m tall. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Once established, it is drought tolerant and prefers full sun.
Where to Find Cochemiea pondii
Cochemiea pondii is native to Central America, and can be found in the tropical forests of the region.
Cochemiea pondii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cochemiea pondii?
Cochemiea pondii
What is the common name of Cochemiea pondii?
Pond's Cochemiea
What is the habitat of Cochemiea pondii?
It is found in wetland habitats in the southeastern United States
Species in the Cochemiea genus
Cochemiea barbata, Cochemiea capensis, Cochemiea dioica, Cochemiea grahamii, Cochemiea halei, Cochemiea maritima, Cochemiea phitauiana, Cochemiea pondii, Cochemiea poselgeri, Cochemiea saboae, Cochemiea setispina, Cochemiea sheldonii, Cochemiea swinglei, Cochemiea theresae, Cochemiea wrightii, Cochemiea albicans, Cochemiea angelensis, Cochemiea armillata, Cochemiea blossfeldiana, Cochemiea boolii, Cochemiea bullardiana, Cochemiea cerralboa, Cochemiea conoidea, Cochemiea estebanensis, Cochemiea fraileana, Cochemiea goodridgei, Cochemiea guelzowiana, Cochemiea hutchisoniana, Cochemiea insularis, Cochemiea macdougallii, Cochemiea mainiae, Cochemiea multidigitata, Cochemiea palmeri, Cochemiea schumannii, Cochemiea tetrancistra, Cochemiea thomasii, Cochemiea thornberi, Cochemiea viridiflora, Cochemiea mazatlanensis,
Species in the Cactaceae family
Acanthocalycium glaucum, Acanthocalycium spiniflorum, Acanthocalycium thionanthum, Acanthocalycium leucanthum, Acanthocalycium rhodotrichum, Acanthocalycium klimpelianum, Acanthocereus chiapensis, Acanthocereus tetragonus, Acanthocereus guatemalensis, Acanthocereus maculatus, Acanthocereus canoensis, Acanthocereus castellae, Acanthocereus cuixmalensis, Acanthocereus fosterianus, Acanthocereus haackeanus, Acanthocereus hesperius, Acanthocereus hirschtianus, Acanthocereus macdougallii, Acanthocereus oaxacensis, Acanthocereus paradoxus, Acanthocereus rosei, Acanthocereus tepalcatepecanus, Acanthocereus atropurpureus, Acharagma aguirreanum, Acharagma roseanum, Airampoa albisaetacens, Airampoa armata, Airampoa ayrampo, Airampoa boliviensis, Airampoa cedergreniana, Airampoa chilensis, Airampoa corrugata, Airampoa erectoclada, Airampoa ianthinantha, Airampoa microdisca, Airampoa minuscula, Airampoa orurensis, Airampoa panellana, Airampoa picardoi, Airampoa silvestris, Airampoa tilcarensis, Aporepiphyllum freiburgensis, Aporocactus flagelliformis, Aporocactus martianus, Aporocactus moennighoffii, Aporocactus knebelii, Aporoheliocereus smithianus, Ariocarpus agavoides, Ariocarpus bravoanus, Ariocarpus drabi,
References
Edward Lee Greene (1843-1915): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greene' in the authors string.
Frederick Arthur Walton (1853-1922): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Walton' in the authors string.
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