Cnidoscolus tehuacanensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tehuacanensis
ID:
899944
Status:
valid
Authors:
Breckon
Source:
wcs
Year:
1979
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 31: 140 (1979)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000899279
Common Names
- Cnidoscolus tehuacanensis
- Tehuacan Chaya
- Tehuacan Tree Spinach
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cnidoscolus tehuacanensis (also called Tehuacan Prickly-Apple, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to the Americas, found in dry and moist woodlands and prairies. It has a spreading habit and grows to a height of 0.5-2 m. The leaves are ovate and up to 10 cm long. The flowers are white and up to 1 cm in diameter.
Uses & Benefits
Cnidoscolus tehuacanensis is used as an ornamental plant and for soil stabilization. It can also be used to make rope, mats, and baskets.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cnidoscolus tehuacanensis is a small, white to pinkish-white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedling is a small, slender plant with a single leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cnidoscolus tehuacanensis is a perennial shrub native to Mexico. It is a fast-growing shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It can be propagated from seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. It can also be propagated from cuttings.
Where to Find Cnidoscolus tehuacanensis
Cnidoscolus tehuacanensis can be found in the southeastern United States, Mexico, and Central America.
Cnidoscolus tehuacanensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cnidoscolus tehuacanensis?
Cnidoscolus tehuacanensis
What is the common name of Cnidoscolus tehuacanensis?
Tehuacan Nettle
What is the natural habitat of Cnidoscolus tehuacanensis?
It is native to 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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-44245: Based on the initial data import
Gary J. Breckon (b.1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Breckon' in the authors string.