Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Species:
wichurae
ID:
508481

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Nees ex Reissek) K.R.Thiele

Source:
ksu

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot. 19: 170 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000507813

Common Names

  • Polianthion wichurae
  • Wichura's Everlasting
  • Wichura's Everlasting Flower

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Synonyms

  • Cryptandra wichurae F.Muell. [unknown]
  • Trymalium wichurae Nees ex Reissek [unknown]

Description

Polianthion wichurae (also called Wichura’s bladderwort, among many other common names) is an aquatic plant species in the Lentibulariaceae family. It is native to North America and is typically found in shallow, freshwater habitats. It has a low-growing, spreading habit with yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Polianthion wichurae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its medicinal properties. It has anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, diuretic, and antispasmodic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Polianthion wichurae is yellow and has five petals. The seed is small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a green stem and two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Polianthion wichurae is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It is best to water the plant deeply and infrequently, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

Where to Find Polianthion wichurae

Polianthion wichurae is native to Mexico and can be found in the Sierra Madre Occidental.

Polianthion wichurae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Polianthion wichurae?

Polianthion wichurae

What is the common name of Polianthion wichurae?

Wichura's Polianthion

What type of plant is Polianthion wichurae?

Herb

Species in the Rhamnaceae family

Adolphia californica, Adolphia infesta, Alphitonia pomaderroides, Alphitonia carolinensis, Alphitonia excelsa, Alphitonia ferruginea, Alphitonia franguloides, Alphitonia incana, Alphitonia macrocarpa, Alphitonia marquesensis, Alphitonia neocaledonica, Alphitonia petriei, Alphitonia philippinensis, Alphitonia ponderosa, Alphitonia whitei, Alphitonia zizyphoides, Alphitonia oblata, Alvimiantha tricamerata, Ampelozizyphus guaquirensis, Ampelozizyphus amazonicus, Ampelozizyphus kuripacorum, Araracuara vetusta, Auerodendron acuminatum, Auerodendron acunae, Auerodendron cubense, Auerodendron glaucescens, Auerodendron jamaicense, Auerodendron martii, Auerodendron northropianum, Auerodendron pauciflorum, Auerodendron reticulatum, Auerodendron truncatum, Bathiorhamnus capuronii, Bathiorhamnus dentatus, Bathiorhamnus macrocarpus, Bathiorhamnus reticulatus, Bathiorhamnus vohemarensis, Bathiorhamnus cryptophorus, Bathiorhamnus louvelii, Berchemia annamensis, Berchemia arisanensis, Berchemia barbigera, Berchemia brachycarpa, Berchemia burmanniana, Berchemia cinerascens, Berchemia compressicarpa, Berchemia discolor, Berchemia edgeworthii, Berchemia elmeri, Berchemia flavescens,

References

Christian Gottfried Daniel Nees von Esenbeck (1776-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nees' in the authors string.
Siegfried Reisseck (1819-1871): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Reissek' in the authors string.
Kevin Thiele (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.R.Thiele' in the authors string.