Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
molinana
ID:
37944

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.L.Turner

Source:
gcc

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 38: 461 (1978)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000037273

Common Names

  • Molina's Acourtia
  • Molina Acourtia
  • Acourtia Molinana

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Synonyms

  • Perezia microcephala Ant.Molina [illegitimate]

Description

Acourtia molinana (also called Molina's Acourtia, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 50 cm tall. It is native to South America and is found in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Acourtia molinana is a medicinal plant used to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also used as a natural dye for fabrics and as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acourtia molinana has small white flowers with five petals and yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acourtia molinana is a perennial plant that is best propagated by division or stem cuttings. It can be grown in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate poor soils. It is also tolerant of salt and can be grown near the coast.

Where to Find Acourtia molinana

Acourtia molinana is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Guerrero, Oaxaca, and Puebla.

Acourtia molinana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acourtia molinana?

Acourtia molinana

What is the common name of Acourtia molinana?

Molina's Acourtia

What is the natural habitat of Acourtia molinana?

Grassy meadows, pastures, and open woodlands

Species in the Acourtia genus

Acourtia potosina, Acourtia macrocephala, Acourtia souleana, Acourtia moctezumae, Acourtia wrightii, Acourtia glandulifera, Acourtia platyptera, Acourtia moschata, Acourtia carpholepis, Acourtia butandae, Acourtia reticulata, Acourtia pulchella, Acourtia joaquinensis, Acourtia nudiuscula, Acourtia patens, Acourtia microcephala, Acourtia scaposa, Acourtia nudicaulis, Acourtia wislizeni, Acourtia hintoniorum, Acourtia ciprianoi, Acourtia nana, Acourtia discolor, Acourtia platyphylla, Acourtia mexiae, Acourtia erioloma, Acourtia zacatecana, Acourtia elizabethiae, Acourtia mexicana, Acourtia coulteri, Acourtia molinana, Acourtia venturae, Acourtia hidalgoana, Acourtia gracilis, Acourtia glomeriflora, Acourtia hondurana, Acourtia caltepecana, Acourtia turbinata, Acourtia huajuapana, Acourtia humboldtii, Acourtia lobulata, Acourtia oxylepis, Acourtia palmeri, Acourtia dieringeri, Acourtia cuernavacana, Acourtia umbratalis, Acourtia dissiticeps, Acourtia michoacana, Acourtia fragrans, Acourtia oaxacana,

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-136046: Based on the initial data import
Billie Lee Turner (1925-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Turner' in the authors string.