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Common Names
- Kallstroemia mexicana
- Mexican Kallstroemia
- Kallstroemia Mexicana
Description
Kallstroemia mexicana (also called Kallstroemiaceae, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Kallstroemiaceae. It is an annual herb, growing up to 0.3 m tall. It is native to tropical North America, occurring in Mexico and the United States. It is found in tropical dry shrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Kallstroemia mexicana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Kallstroemia mexicana is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, oval-shaped seedlings.
Cultivation and Propagation
Kallstroemia mexicana is a perennial flowering plant native to Mexico. It is a fast-growing species that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soils in full sun and requires regular watering and fertilizing. It is also susceptible to fungal diseases, so it is important to keep the soil moist but not soggy.
Where to Find Kallstroemia mexicana
Kallstroemia mexicana can be found in dry forests and scrublands of Mexico.
Kallstroemia mexicana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Kallstroemia mexicana?
Kallstroemia mexicana
What type of plant is Kallstroemia mexicana?
A shrub
Where does Kallstroemia mexicana grow?
In tropical and subtropical regions of South America
Species in the Kallstroemia genus
Kallstroemia pubescens,
Kallstroemia maxima,
Kallstroemia californica,
Kallstroemia grandiflora,
Kallstroemia hirsutissima,
Kallstroemia parviflora,
Kallstroemia perennans,
Kallstroemia adscendens,
Kallstroemia tucumanensis,
Kallstroemia tribuloides,
Kallstroemia incana,
Kallstroemia rosei,
Kallstroemia boliviana,
Kallstroemia pennellii,
Kallstroemia peninsularis,
Kallstroemia standleyi,
Kallstroemia mexicana,
Kallstroemia curta,
Kallstroemia hintonii,
Species in the Zygophyllaceae family
Balanites aegyptiaca,
Balanites angolensis,
Balanites glabra,
Balanites maughamii,
Balanites pedicellaris,
Balanites rotundifolia,
Balanites roxburghii,
Balanites triflora,
Balanites wilsoniana,
Balanites aegyptiacus,
Balanites wilsonianus,
Bulnesia chilensis,
Bulnesia foliosa,
Bulnesia retamo,
Bulnesia rivas-martinezii,
Bulnesia schichendanzii,
Bulnesia schickendantzii,
Guaiacum coulteri,
Guaiacum officinale,
Guaiacum palmeri,
Guaiacum sanctum,
Guaiacum unijugum,
Guaiacum nellii,
Kallstroemia pubescens,
Kallstroemia maxima,
Kallstroemia californica,
Kallstroemia grandiflora,
Kallstroemia hirsutissima,
Kallstroemia parviflora,
Kallstroemia perennans,
Kallstroemia adscendens,
Kallstroemia tucumanensis,
Kallstroemia tribuloides,
Kallstroemia incana,
Kallstroemia rosei,
Kallstroemia boliviana,
Kallstroemia pennellii,
Kallstroemia peninsularis,
Kallstroemia standleyi,
Kallstroemia mexicana,
Kallstroemia curta,
Kallstroemia hintonii,
Kelleronia gillettiae,
Kelleronia splendens,
Kelleronia revoilii,
Larrea simulans,
Larrea ameghinoi,
Larrea divaricata,
Larrea cuneifolia,
Larrea nitida,