Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
pusilla
ID:
1275850

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Eastw.) G.Mans.

Source:
tro

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Taxon 53: 735 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001275188

Common Names

  • Zeltnera
  • Pusilla Zeltnera
  • Zeltnera Pusilla

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Description

Zeltnera pusilla (also called Dwarf Zeltnera, among many other common names) is a herbaceous perennial plant native to the Western United States. It has small, round leaves and small white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as in the understory of forests.

Uses & Benefits

Zeltnera pusilla is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomach ailments. It can also be used as a food flavoring and as an insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Zeltnera pusilla has small, white flowers that are clustered together in a raceme. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Zeltnera pusilla is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. It is best to keep the soil moist but not soggy. It is also important to keep the plant in an area that is protected from strong winds.

Where to Find Zeltnera pusilla

Zeltnera pusilla is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Chiapas, Guerrero, Hidalgo, Jalisco, Mexico, Michoacán, Morelos, Nayarit, Oaxaca, Puebla, Querétaro, San Luis Potosí, Sinaloa, Sonora, Tabasco, Tamaulipas, Veracruz, and Zacatecas.

Zeltnera pusilla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Zeltnera pusilla?

Zeltnera pusilla

What family does Zeltnera pusilla belong to?

Gentianaceae

What is the common name of Zeltnera pusilla?

Pusillan Zeltnera

Species in the Gentianaceae family

Adenolisianthus arboreus, Anthocleista amplexicaulis, Anthocleista djalonensis, Anthocleista grandiflora, Anthocleista inermis, Anthocleista laxiflora, Anthocleista liebrechtsiana, Anthocleista longifolia, Anthocleista madagascariensis, Anthocleista microphylla, Anthocleista nobilis, Anthocleista obanensis, Anthocleista procera, Anthocleista scandens, Anthocleista schweinfurthii, Anthocleista vogelii, Anthocleista potalioides, Aripuana cullmaniorum, Bartonia paniculata, Bartonia verna, Bartonia virginica, Bisgoeppertia robustior, Bisgoeppertia gracilis, Bisgoeppertia scandens, Blackstonia acuminata, Blackstonia grandiflora, Blackstonia imperfoliata, Blackstonia perfoliata, Calolisianthus amplissimus, Calolisianthus pedunculatus, Canscora alata, Canscora andrographioides, Canscora concanensis, Canscora diffusa, Canscora heteroclita, Canscora macrocalyx, Canscora pauciflora, Canscora perfoliata, Canscora roxburghii, Canscora schultesii, Canscora stricta, Canscora bidoupensis, Canscora bhatiana, Canscora shrirangiana, Canscora ciathula, Canscora tetraptera, Celiantha bella, Celiantha chimantensis, Celiantha imthurniana, Centaurium ameghinoi,

References

Alice Eastwood (1859-1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Eastw.' in the authors string.
Guilhem Mansion: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Mans.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77061756-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.