Status:
valid
Authors:
(McVaugh) Ochot.-Booth & A.Delgado
Source:
tro
Year:
1994
Citation Micro:
Anales Inst. Biol. Univ. Nac. Autón. México, Bot.65: 16 (1994)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001228279
Common Names
- Ramirezella crassa
- Crassa Ramirezella
- Ramirezella
Description
Ramirezella crassa (also called 'Crass Ramirezella', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the southeastern United States. It has small, oval-shaped leaves with a yellow-green color and a smooth, glossy surface. It grows in moist, sandy soils in open woodlands and thickets.
Uses & Benefits
Ramirezella crassa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ramirezella crassa is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a light green color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ramirezella crassa is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America. It can be grown from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Once established, the plant should be kept in a sunny location and watered regularly.
Where to Find Ramirezella crassa
Ramirezella crassa can be found in dry, rocky areas in the western United States.
Species in the Ramirezella genus
Species in the Fabaceae family