Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
hitchcockii
ID:
568650

Status:
valid

Authors:
Standl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1918

Citation Micro:
N. Amer. Fl. 21: 206 (1918)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000567982

Common Names

  • Hitchcock's Spiderling
  • Hitchcock Spiderling
  • Hitchcockii Spiderling

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Description

Boerhavia hitchcockii (also called Hitchcock's Hogweed, among many other common names) is an annual herb with a sprawling habit, native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It grows in a variety of habitats, including disturbed areas, roadsides, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Boerhavia hitchcockii 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, cough, and colds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Boerhavia hitchcockii are small, white or pink in color, and have five petals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are thin, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Boerhavia hitchcockii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light.

Where to Find Boerhavia hitchcockii

Boerhavia hitchcockii is found in Mexico and Guatemala.

Boerhavia hitchcockii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Boerhavia hitchcockii?

Boerhavia hitchcockii

What is the common name of Boerhavia hitchcockii?

Hitchcock's Spiderling

Where is Boerhavia hitchcockii native to?

Southwestern United States and Mexico

Species in the Boerhavia genus

Boerhavia hualienensis, Boerhavia acutifolia, Boerhavia africana, Boerhavia alamasona, Boerhavia alata, Boerhavia albiflora, Boerhavia ambigua, Boerhavia angustifolia, Boerhavia anisophylla, Boerhavia arabica, Boerhavia australis, Boerhavia boissieri, Boerhavia bracteosa, Boerhavia brandegeei, Boerhavia burbidgeana, Boerhavia capitata, Boerhavia chinensis, Boerhavia chrysantha, Boerhavia ciliata, Boerhavia coccinea, Boerhavia cordobensis, Boerhavia coulteri, Boerhavia crassifolia, Boerhavia crispa, Boerhavia crispifolia, Boerhavia decipiens, Boerhavia deserticola, Boerhavia diandra, Boerhavia dichotoma, Boerhavia diffusa, Boerhavia discolor, Boerhavia elegans, Boerhavia erecta, Boerhavia fallacissima, Boerhavia fistulosa, Boerhavia gardneri, Boerhavia glabrata, Boerhavia glandulosa, Boerhavia gracillima, Boerhavia graminicola, Boerhavia grandiflora, Boerhavia greenwayi, Boerhavia heimerlii, Boerhavia helenae, Boerhavia herbstii, Boerhavia hereroensis, Boerhavia heronensis, Boerhavia hiranensis, Boerhavia hirsuta, Boerhavia hitchcockii,

Species in the Nyctaginaceae family

Abronia alba, Abronia alpina, Abronia ameliae, Abronia ammophila, Abronia angustifolia, Abronia argillosa, Abronia bigelovii, Abronia bolackii, Abronia carnea, Abronia crux-maltae, Abronia elliptica, Abronia fragrans, Abronia gracilis, Abronia latifolia, Abronia macrocarpa, Abronia maritima, Abronia mellifera, Abronia micrantha, Abronia minor, Abronia nana, Abronia nealleyi, Abronia parviflora, Abronia pogonantha, Abronia turbinata, Abronia umbellata, Abronia villosa, Abronia insularis, Abronia neurophylla, Abronia platyphylla, Abronia variabilis, Acleisanthes acutifolia, Acleisanthes angustifolia, Acleisanthes anisophylla, Acleisanthes chenopodioides, Acleisanthes crassifolia, Acleisanthes diffusa, Acleisanthes lanceolata, Acleisanthes longiflora, Acleisanthes nana, Acleisanthes nevadensis, Acleisanthes obtusa, Acleisanthes palmeri, Acleisanthes parvifolia, Acleisanthes purpusiana, Acleisanthes somalensis, Acleisanthes undulata, Acleisanthes wrightii, Allionia choisyi, Allionia incarnata, Allionia viscida,

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