Status:
valid
Authors:
Fern.Casas
Source:
wcs
Year:
2004
Citation Micro:
Fontqueria 55: 178 (2004)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000357349
Common Names
- Cnidoscolus cervii
- Cervii Cnidoscolus
- Cervi's Cnidoscolus
Description
Cnidoscolus cervii (also called 'Cervii Cnidoscolus', among many other common names) is a small, perennial shrub native to the Americas. It has small, ovate leaves and small, yellow flowers. It grows in dry, open areas and rocky soils.
Uses & Benefits
Cnidoscolus cervii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cnidoscolus cervii has small, white flowers with yellow anthers and a single seed in each fruit. The seeds are small, round, and black in color. The seedlings are small and green, with two oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cnidoscolus cervii is a perennial herb that is native to Mexico. It can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant but will need regular watering in hot, dry weather. It is best grown in USDA zones 8-10.
Where to Find Cnidoscolus cervii
Cnidoscolus cervii is found in Mexico and Central America.
Cnidoscolus cervii FAQ
What is the common name of Cnidoscolus cervii?
Cervi's Bullnettle
What is the scientific name of Cervi's Bullnettle?
Cnidoscolus cervii
What is the native range of Cnidoscolus cervii?
Mexico
Species in the Cnidoscolus genus
Cnidoscolus aculeatissimus,
Cnidoscolus adenochlamys,
Cnidoscolus aequatoriensis,
Cnidoscolus albibracteatus,
Cnidoscolus aurelii,
Cnidoscolus byssinus,
Cnidoscolus cajamarcensis,
Cnidoscolus calcareus,
Cnidoscolus calyptratus,
Cnidoscolus cervii,
Cnidoscolus conicus,
Cnidoscolus halteris,
Cnidoscolus inaequalis,
Cnidoscolus liesneri,
Cnidoscolus lombardii,
Cnidoscolus longibracteatus,
Cnidoscolus magni-gerdtii,
Cnidoscolus piranii,
Cnidoscolus pteroneurus,
Cnidoscolus spathulatus,
Cnidoscolus tridentifer,
Cnidoscolus urentissimus,
Cnidoscolus beckii,
Cnidoscolus minarum,
Cnidoscolus mitis,
Cnidoscolus monsanto,
Cnidoscolus pavonianus,
Cnidoscolus graminifolius,
Cnidoscolus guatimalensis,
Cnidoscolus hypokerinus,
Cnidoscolus populifolius,
Cnidoscolus rupestris,
Cnidoscolus megacanthus,
Cnidoscolus egregius,
Cnidoscolus sinaloensis,
Cnidoscolus adenoblepharus,
Cnidoscolus fimbriatus,
Cnidoscolus orientensis,
Cnidoscolus ceballosii,
Cnidoscolus rzedowskii,
Cnidoscolus calyptrodontus,
Cnidoscolus aconitifolius,
Cnidoscolus acrandrus,
Cnidoscolus albidus,
Cnidoscolus albomaculatus,
Cnidoscolus angustidens,
Cnidoscolus appendiculatus,
Cnidoscolus autlanensis,
Cnidoscolus bahianus,
Cnidoscolus basiacanthus,
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,