- The 5 most outstanding flowers of Morelos
- 1- Casahuate
- 2- Morelos orchids
- 3- Christmas Eve
- 4- Smells at night
- 5- Axochiapán
- The 5 main representatives of the fauna of Morelos
- 1- Coyote
- 2- Cacomixtle
- 3- Tlacuaches
- 4- Rattlesnake
- 5- Bunny of the volcanoes
- References
The flora and fauna of Morelos is represented by species such as the casahuate, the Morelos orchids, the poinsettia and the axochiapán; and by animals such as opossums, the cacomixtle, the coyote, the rattlesnake and the volcano bunny.
The state of Morelos is located in central Mexico. Within its territory are the North Neovolcanic Axis and the Balsas depression, which makes it a state with strong climatic and vegetation contrasts, and with a fascinating diversity of life.
As a curious fact, Alexander von Humboldt on his visit to Cuernavaca named the capital of Morelos as the "city of eternal spring", surprised by the varied flora of the area.
The 5 most outstanding flowers of Morelos
The state of Morelos ranks first in Mexico in the cultivation of ornamental plants thanks to its favorable climate. Flowers are exported from that region to various countries.
1- Casahuate
Its name comes from the Nahuatl language. This is a wild dry climate plant. From it arises a white flower called Ipomoea arborescens or "glories of the morning."
2- Morelos orchids
They grow in forests in the north of Morelos in the temperate climate.
They belong to the species Malaxis palustris and Pleurothallis nigriflora. They measure about 5 centimeters.
3- Christmas Eve
This flower known worldwide is native to the states of Morelos and Guerrero, in Mexico.
Of this flower 40 different types are known. Some are still preserved in their wild state.
4- Smells at night
It is a plant family of the nightshades and its scientific name is Cestrum nocturnum.
Its flowers are greenish-yellow in color and open at night, giving off a pleasant fragrance that attracts many species of butterflies.
5- Axochiapán
It is known as the water flower of Morelos and its name comes from the word axochi-tl, which means "water flower." Its color is white and its outbreak occurs in August.
The 5 main representatives of the fauna of Morelos
In Morelos the fauna is very abundant and diverse due to the geographical characteristics of this department. Some representatives are the following:
1- Coyote
The coyotl (in the Nahuatl language) measures 60 centimeters and weighs an average of 15 kilograms.
Coyettes are fairly thin even though they are in good health. They can be found in herds or roaming solitary.
2- Cacomixtle
Its name means half lion or half feline. It has a small size, a long tail and a brown and black coat.
It is currently in danger of extinction.
3- Tlacuaches
It is a species of opossum and its name comes from the Nahuatl language. It is also known as Mexican marmosa.
Its species belongs to the didelfimorphic marsupials.
4- Rattlesnake
Snakes such as the rattlesnake are found in various areas of this state.
Some of the Morelos species are the Sierra Striped Rattlesnake, Spearhead Rattlesnake or the Brown Rattlesnake.
The predominant color of this poisonous species is brown with black and white diamond-shaped markings.
5- Bunny of the volcanoes
It is found in the forested areas of the Neovolcanic Axis of Mexico, located in Morelos.
It is also known by its name in Nahualtl: zacatuche. Their fur is yellow, black and ocher. It measures 30 centimeters.
References
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- Boyd, M. (nd). The Flowers of Mexico. Retrieved on October 29, 2017 from: chapala.com
- Mexico: Plant and animal life. Retrieved on October 29, 2017 from: britannica.com
- Rzedowski, J. (1981). The vegetation of Mexico. Mexico: Editorial Limusa.
- Ceballos, G. (2014). Mammals of Mexico. Mexico: CONABRIO. Retrieved on October 29, 2017 from: books.google.es