Status:
valid
Authors:
Nutt.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1842
Citation Micro:
Trans. Amer. Philos. Soc. , n.s., 8: 269 (1842)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000680979
Common Names
- Eubotrys racemosa
- Racemose Daisy
- Racemosa Daisy
Synonyms
- Leucothoe elongata Small [valid]
- Leucothoe racemosa A.Gray [valid]
- Andromeda elegans Meerb. [valid]
- Andromeda paniculata L. [valid]
- Andromeda racemosa L. [valid]
- Andromeda spicata P.Watson [valid]
- Cassandra racemosa Spach [valid]
- Eubotrys elongata (Small) Small [valid]
- Leucothoe racemosa elongata (Small) Fernald [valid]
- Eubotrys racemosa elongata (Small) Small [valid]
- Lyonia racemosa (L.) D.Don [valid]
- Zenobia racemosa (L.) DC. [valid]
Description
Eubotrys racemosa (also called racemose eubotrys, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub with a spreading crown. It is native to Mexico and grows in dry, open forests and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Eubotrys racemosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Eubotrys racemosa are white, with a yellowish-green throat. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Eubotrys racemosa is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is hardy in USDA zones 6-9.
Where to Find Eubotrys racemosa
Eubotrys racemosa can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and China.
Eubotrys racemosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Eubotrys racemosa?
Eubotrys racemosa
What is the common name of Eubotrys racemosa?
Racemosa
What is the natural habitat of Eubotrys racemosa?
Tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas
Species in the Eubotrys genus
Species in the Ericaceae family