Houstonia acerosa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(A.Gray) Benth. & Hook.f.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1873
Citation Micro:
Gen. Pl. 2: 60 (1873)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000215139
Common Names
- Houstonia acerosa
- Acerosa Houstonia
- Houstonia Acerosa
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- Mallostoma acerosum (A.Gray) Hemsl. [valid]
- Oldenlandia acerosa (A.Gray) A.Gray [valid]
- Ereicoctis acerosa Kuntze [valid]
- Hedyotis acerosa A.Gray [valid]
Description
Houstonia acerosa (also called 'Sharp-leaved Bluet', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to North America. It has small, leathery, dark green leaves and small blue flowers. It is found in wet, shady areas, such as rainforests and cloud forests.
Uses & Benefits
Houstonia acerosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a cover crop to protect the soil from erosion and to improve soil fertility.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Houstonia acerosa var. acerosaHoustonia acerosa var. polypremoides (A.Gray) Terrell
Houstonia acerosa var. tamaulipana (B.L.Turner) Terrell
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Houstonia acerosa is a small, white, star-shaped flower with yellow centers. The seed is a small, black, shiny seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Houstonia acerosa is a shrub that is native to North America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. When propagating from seed, the seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept in a warm, sunny location. When propagating from cuttings, the cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a well-drained potting mix. Cuttings should be kept in a warm, sunny location and watered regularly.
Where to Find Houstonia acerosa
Houstonia acerosa can be found in the southeastern United States, from Texas to Florida and north to Virginia.
Houstonia acerosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Houstonia acerosa?
Houstonia acerosa
What are the common names of Houstonia acerosa?
Acerose Houstonia, Acerose Bluet
What is the natural habitat of Houstonia acerosa?
Houstonia acerosa is native to the temperate grasslands of North America.
Species in the Houstonia genus
Houstonia acerosa, Houstonia caerulea, Houstonia canadensis, Houstonia correllii, Houstonia croftiae, Houstonia humifusa, Houstonia longifolia, Houstonia micrantha, Houstonia palmeri, Houstonia parviflora, Houstonia procumbens, Houstonia prostrata, Houstonia purpurea, Houstonia pusilla, Houstonia rubra, Houstonia serpyllifolia, Houstonia sharpii, Houstonia spellenbergii, Houstonia subviscosa, Houstonia teretifolia, Houstonia wrightii, Houstonia macvaughii, Houstonia ouachitana, Houstonia rosea,
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
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.
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:753313-1: Based on the initial data import