Aosa rupestris - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Gardner) Weigend
Source:
cmp
Year:
2006
Citation Micro:
Taxon 55: 464 (2006)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000539760
Common Names
- Aosa rupestris
- Rupestris Aosa
- Aosa
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- Loasa rupestris Gardner [unknown]
Description
Aosa rupestris (also called Aosa, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Caribbean and Central America. It is found in moist habitats such as swamps, marshes, and wet meadows. It has long, narrow leaves and small white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Aosa rupestris is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used for erosion control on slopes and riverbanks. The plant is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Aosa rupestris has small, white flowers and small, round seeds. Its seedlings are small, with short stems and long, narrow leaves.
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Aosa rupestris is an evergreen perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some salt. It can be propagated by seed, division, or cuttings.
Where to Find Aosa rupestris
Aosa rupestris can be found in tropical regions of Asia, particularly in Indonesia and Malaysia.
Aosa rupestris FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aosa rupestris?
Aosa rupestris
What type of plant is Aosa rupestris?
A shrub
Where is Aosa rupestris native to?
Central Asia
Species in the Aosa genus
Species in the Loasaceae family
Aosa gilgiana, Aosa parviflora, Aosa plumieri, Aosa rupestris, Aosa sigmoidea, Aosa rostrata, Aosa uleana, Aosa grandis, Blumenbachia dissecta, Blumenbachia catharinensis, Blumenbachia eichleri, Blumenbachia espigneera, Blumenbachia exalata, Blumenbachia hieronymi, Blumenbachia insignis, Blumenbachia latifolia, Blumenbachia prietea, Blumenbachia sylvestris, Blumenbachia hierorymi, Blumenbachia amana, Caiophora deserticola, Caiophora aconquijae, Caiophora andina, Caiophora arechavaletae, Caiophora boliviana, Caiophora buraeavi, Caiophora canarinoides, Caiophora carduifolia, Caiophora cernua, Caiophora chuquisacana, Caiophora chuquitensis, Caiophora cirsiifolia, Caiophora clavata, Caiophora contorta, Caiophora coronata, Caiophora dumetorum, Caiophora espigneira, Caiophora grandiflora, Caiophora hibiscifolia, Caiophora lateritia, Caiophora macrantha, Caiophora madrequisa, Caiophora mollis, Caiophora nivalis, Caiophora patagonica, Caiophora pedicularifolia, Caiophora peduncularis, Caiophora pterosperma, Caiophora pulchella, Caiophora rosulata,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2643129: Based on the initial data import
George Gardner (1812-1849): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gardner' in the authors string.
Maximilian Weigend (b.1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Weigend' in the authors string.