Status:
valid
Authors:
Cham. & Schltdl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1831
Citation Micro:
Linnaea 6: 362 (1831)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000753751
Common Names
- Adelia barbinervis
- Hairy-Nerved Adelia
- Hairy-Nerved Adelie
Description
Adelia barbinervis (also called White Adelia, among many other common names) is a perennial evergreen shrub that grows up to 8 feet tall. It has long, narrow leaves and white flowers. It is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico and is found in dry, sandy, or rocky soils. It is commonly found in open woodlands, prairies, and along roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Adelia barbinervis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases, fever, and inflammation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Adelia barbinervis has white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings have oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Adelia barbinervis is a small evergreen shrub native to Mexico. It can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination. The plant should be grown in full sun to partial shade and requires regular watering.
Where to Find Adelia barbinervis
Adelia barbinervis is found in the Caribbean and Central America.
Adelia barbinervis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Adelia barbinervis?
Adelia barbinervis
What is the common name of Adelia barbinervis?
Hairy-nerve Adelia
What type of plant is Adelia barbinervis?
Shrub
Species in the Adelia genus
Adelia brandegeei,
Adelia cinerea,
Adelia barbinervis,
Adelia membranifolia,
Adelia oaxacana,
Adelia obovata,
Adelia panamensis,
Adelia ricinella,
Adelia triloba,
Adelia vaseyi,
Species in the Euphorbiaceae family
Acalypha peckoltii,
Acalypha peduncularis,
Acalypha pendula,
Acalypha perrieri,
Acalypha persimilis,
Acalypha peruviana,
Acalypha pervilleana,
Acalypha phleoides,
Acalypha phyllonomifolia,
Acalypha pilosa,
Acalypha pippenii,
Acalypha pittieri,
Acalypha platyphylla,
Acalypha pleiogyne,
Acalypha plicata,
Acalypha pohliana,
Acalypha poiretii,
Acalypha polymorpha,
Acalypha polystachya,
Acalypha portoricensis,
Acalypha pruinosa,
Acalypha pruriens,
Acalypha pseudalopecuroides,
Acalypha pseudovagans,
Acalypha psilostachya,
Acalypha pubiflora,
Acalypha pulchrespicata,
Acalypha punctata,
Acalypha purpurascens,
Acalypha purpusii,
Acalypha pycnantha,
Acalypha pygmaea,
Acalypha radians,
Acalypha radicans,
Acalypha radinostachya,
Acalypha radula,
Acalypha radula,
Acalypha rafaelensis,
Acalypha raivavensis,
Acalypha rapensis,
Acalypha reflexa,
Acalypha repanda,
Acalypha retifera,
Acalypha rhombifolia,
Acalypha rhomboidea,
Acalypha richardiana,
Acalypha riedeliana,
Acalypha rivularis,
Acalypha rottleroides,
Acalypha rubrinervis,