Erithalis vaccinifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Griseb.) C.Wright
Source:
wcs
Year:
1869
Citation Micro:
Anales Acad. Ci. Méd. Habana 6: 126 (1869)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000953786
Common Names
- Erithalis vaccinifolia
- Heath-leaved Erithalis
- Heath-leaved Erithaliss
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Erithalis vaccinifolia (also called Erithalis vaccinifolia, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to Mexico, Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras, Nicaragua, and Costa Rica. It is found growing in dry, rocky habitats at altitudes of 1000-2500 meters. It has an erect, branching stem with lanceolate leaves and white-green flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Erithalis vaccinifolia has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It has also been used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Erithalis vaccinifolia is white and has five petals. The seed is small and round. The seedlings are slender and have small, vaccinium-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Erithalis vaccinifolia can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Both should be kept in a warm, humid environment until established.
Where to Find Erithalis vaccinifolia
Erithalis vaccinifolia is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Species in the Erithalis genus
Species in the Rubiaceae family
Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-71836: Based on the initial data import
August Grisebach (1814-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griseb.' in the authors string.
Charles Wright (1811-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Wright' in the authors string.