Houstonia ouachitana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(E.B.Sm.) Terrell
Source:
wcs
Year:
1988
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 65(2): 119. 1988
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000215222
Common Names
- Houstonia ouachitana
- Ouachitana Houstonia
- Houstonia Ouachitana
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- Hedyotis ouachitana E.B.Sm. [valid]
Description
Houstonia ouachitana (also called Ouachita Bluets, among many other common names) is a small, annual herbaceous plant native to the southeastern United States. It has small, white, four-petaled flowers and grows in open woodlands, meadows, and prairies.
Uses & Benefits
Houstonia ouachitana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in landscapes. It is also used to attract butterflies and other pollinators.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Houstonia ouachitana has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Houstonia ouachitana can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide adequate light for best results.
Where to Find Houstonia ouachitana
Houstonia ouachitana can be found in the southeastern United States.
Houstonia ouachitana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Houstonia ouachitana?
Houstonia ouachitana
What is the common name of Houstonia ouachitana?
Ouachita bluet
Where does Houstonia ouachitana grow?
Houstonia ouachitana grows in moist, sandy soils in the southeastern United States
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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-100385: Based on the initial data import
Edwin Burnell Smith (b.1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.B.Sm.' in the authors string.
Edward E. Terrell (1923-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Terrell' in the authors string.