Status:
valid
Authors:
(Lorence & R.Torres) V.M.Badillo
Source:
ksu
Year:
1993
Citation Micro:
Revista Fac. Agron. (Maracay) 43: 104 (1993)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000724778
Common Names
- Horovitzia cnidoscoloides
- Cnidoscoloides Horovitzia
- Cnidoscoloides Horovitzia
Description
Horovitzia cnidoscoloides (also called Horovitzia, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to the tropical regions of South America. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and small white flowers. It is found in moist forests and along riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Horovitzia cnidoscoloides is a species of plant native to South America. It is commonly used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in floral arrangements. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Horovitzia cnidoscoloides has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Horovitzia cnidoscoloides is a low-growing, mat-forming perennial that is native to Mexico. It can be grown in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done by division in spring or by seed. Seeds should be sown in a cold frame in early spring.
Where to Find Horovitzia cnidoscoloides
Horovitzia cnidoscoloides is native to tropical regions of Central and South America.
Horovitzia cnidoscoloides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Horovitzia cnidoscoloides?
Horovitzia cnidoscoloides
What is the common name of Horovitzia cnidoscoloides?
N/A
Where is Horovitzia cnidoscoloides native to?
Central America
Species in the Horovitzia genus
Species in the Caricaceae family
Carica aprica,
Carica augusti,
Carica chilensis,
Carica crassipetala,
Carica glandulosa,
Carica horovitziana,
Carica longiflora,
Carica omnilingua,
Carica palandensis,
Carica papaya,
Carica pentagona,
Carica pulchra,
Carica sprucei,
Carica stipulata,
Cylicomorpha parviflora,
Cylicomorpha solmsii,
Horovitzia cnidoscoloides,
Jacaratia digitata,
Jacaratia dolichaula,
Jacaratia mexicana,
Jacaratia spinosa,
Jacaratia chocoensis,
Jacaratia heptaphylla,
Jacaratia corumbensis,
Jarilla caudata,
Jarilla heterophylla,
Jarilla chocola,
Vasconcellea pubescens,
Vasconcellea microcarpa,
Vasconcellea cauliflora,
Vasconcellea crassipetala,
Vasconcellea glandulosa,
Vasconcellea horovitziana,
Vasconcellea longiflora,
Vasconcellea omnilingua,
Vasconcellea palandensis,
Vasconcellea pulchra,
Vasconcellea sphaerocarpa,
Vasconcellea sprucei,
Vasconcellea stipulata,
Vasconcellea weberbaueri,
Vasconcellea candicans,
Vasconcellea monoica,
Vasconcellea parviflora,
Vasconcellea goudotiana,
Vasconcellea quercifolia,
Vasconcellea aurantiaca,