Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
chiapensis
ID:
820532

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray ex Benth.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1877

Citation Micro:
Hooker's Icon. Pl. 13: t. 1215 (1877)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000819866

Common Names

  • Catoferia Chiapensis
  • Catoferia chiapensis
  • Chiapensis Catoferia

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Description

Catoferia chiapensis (also called Chiapas Catoferia, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Mexico. It has small, white flowers and small, round fruits. It grows in grassland, scrubland, and rocky outcrops.

Uses & Benefits

Catoferia chiapensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used for its medicinal properties, including as an anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, and diuretic.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Catoferia chiapensis is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Catoferia chiapensis is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mexico. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained soil mix and keep it moist. To propagate from cuttings, take stem cuttings in early spring and root them in a moist soil mix. Once rooted, transplant the cuttings into individual pots and keep them in a warm, bright location.

Where to Find Catoferia chiapensis

Catoferia chiapensis is found in Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras.

Catoferia chiapensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Catoferia chiapensis?

Catoferia chiapensis

What are the common names of Catoferia chiapensis?

Chiapas Catoferia

What is the natural habitat of Catoferia chiapensis?

Grassland and open woodlands

Species in the Lamiaceae family

Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-35760: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.