Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
rangel
ID:
899775

Status:
valid

Authors:
(M.Gómez) McVaugh

Source:
wcs

Year:
1944

Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 71: 464 (1944)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000899110

Common Names

  • Cnidoscolus rangel
  • Rangel Bullnettle
  • Rangel Prickly Nettle

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Description

Cnidoscolus rangel (also called Rangel's Cnidoscolus, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to Mexico. It is an evergreen shrub with a spreading habit and small, glossy, dark green leaves. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Cnidoscolus rangel is used as an ornamental plant, as well as for erosion control and as a food source for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Cnidoscolus rangel are small, yellow, and arranged in panicles. The seeds are small, black, and have a short, bristly awn. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves with a white midrib.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cnidoscolus rangel is a perennial shrub that is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. It grows in clumps and can reach heights of up to 6 feet. It is best grown in full sun and moist, well-drained soils. To propagate, divide clumps in the spring or sow seed in the spring or fall. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some light shade.

Where to Find Cnidoscolus rangel

Cnidoscolus rangel can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-44229: Based on the initial data import
Manuel Gómez de la Maza y Jiménez (1867-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Gómez' in the authors string.
Rogers McVaugh (1909-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'McVaugh' in the authors string.