Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
obliqua
ID:
1053513

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Pers.) Brenan

Source:
tro

Year:
1955

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull.10: 176 (1955)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001052851

Common Names

  • Pityrocarpa obliqua
  • Oblique Pityrocarpa
  • Oblique Waxweed

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Description

Pityrocarpa obliqua (also called Oblique-fruited Pityrocarpa, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Mexico and Central America. It grows to a height of 0.3-1 m, with slender stems and small, white flowers. It is found in dry, sandy soils in open woods, fields, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Pityrocarpa obliqua is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Pityrocarpa obliqua sub. brasiliensis (G.P.Lewis) Luckow & R.W.Jobson
Pityrocarpa obliqua sub. obliqua

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pityrocarpa obliqua is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals and yellow anthers. The seed is small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pityrocarpa obliqua can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Both methods require regular watering and fertilization for best results.

Where to Find Pityrocarpa obliqua

Pityrocarpa obliqua is native to the southwestern United States, including California, Nevada, and Utah.

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Christiaan Hendrik Persoon (1761-1836): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pers.' in the authors string.
John Patrick Micklethwait Brenan (1917-1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brenan' in the authors string.