Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
mexicana
ID:
700395

Status:
valid

Authors:
Glass & W.A.Fitz Maur.

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
in Cact. Suc. Mex. 37(1): 17. 1992.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000699728

Common Names

  • Mexicana Geohintonia
  • Geohintonia Mexicana
  • Mexican Geohintonia

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Synonyms

  • Echinocactus mexicanus (Glass & W.A.Fitz Maur.) Halda [unknown]
  • Aztekium mexicanum (Glass & W.A.Fitz Maur.) Barmon & Corman [unknown]

Description

Geohintonia mexicana (also called Mexican Hintonia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a rounded crown and a single, erect trunk. It is native to Mexico and typically grows in dry, rocky areas and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Geohintonia mexicana has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for its anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-viral properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Geohintonia mexicana has white flowers with yellow centers. Seed: The seeds are small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings are slender and have a white stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Geohintonia mexicana is a small, perennial herb that grows in dry, sunny areas. It 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 the stem tips and placed in a moist potting mix. The plant should be kept in a sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Geohintonia mexicana

Geohintonia mexicana can be found in Mexico.

Geohintonia mexicana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Geohintonia mexicana?

Geohintonia mexicana

What is the common name of Geohintonia mexicana?

Mexican Hintonia

What is the natural habitat of Geohintonia mexicana?

Mountain meadows, alpine pastures, and rocky slopes

Species in the Geohintonia genus

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

Charles Edward Glass (1934-1998): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Glass' in the authors string.
Walter Alfred Fitz Maurice (1924-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.A.Fitz Maur.' in the authors string.