Staelia juarezii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
E.L.Cabral & R.M.Salas
Source:
wcs
Year:
2005
Citation Micro:
Bonplandia (Corrientes) 14: 85 (2005)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000806548
Common Names
- Staelia juarezii
- Juarezii False Buttonweed
- Juarez' False Buttonweed
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Staelia juarezii (also called Juarez' Staelia, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial with white flowers and a four-angled stem. It is native to the Caribbean, Mexico and Central America and grows in open, disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Staelia juarezii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to attract butterflies and bees to the garden.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Staelia juarezii has small white flowers, with four petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Staelia juarezii is a small, perennial herb that grows up to 2.5 m tall. It prefers full sun to partial shade and is drought tolerant. It can be propagated by seed or division. The seed should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. Division should be done in early spring or autumn.
Where to Find Staelia juarezii
Staelia juarezii is native to Mexico.
Staelia juarezii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Staelia juarezii?
Staelia juarezii
What is the common name of Staelia juarezii?
Juarez's Staelia
What is the natural habitat of Staelia juarezii?
Staelia juarezii is found in dry, rocky habitats in Mexico
Species in the Staelia genus
Staelia aurea, Staelia galioides, Staelia hassleri, Staelia hatschbachii, Staelia reflexa, Staelia thymbroides, Staelia thymoides, Staelia uruguaya, Staelia vestita, Staelia virgata, Staelia juarezii, Staelia tocantinsiana, Staelia longipedicellata, Staelia nelidae, Staelia culcita, Staelia domingosii, Staelia paganuccii, Staelia catolensis, Staelia glandulosa, Staelia harleyi,
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-344810: Based on the initial data import
Elsa Leonor Cabral (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.L.Cabral' in the authors string.
Roberto M. Salas: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.Salas' in the authors string.