Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Species:
mollifolia
ID:
618231

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ekman & Helwig

Source:
cmp

Year:
1929

Citation Micro:
Ark. Bot. 22A(17): 22 (1929)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000617563



Common Names

  • Comocladia Mollifolia
  • Mollifolia Comocladia
  • Comocladia


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Description

Comocladia mollifolia (also called Soft-leaved Boxwood, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to the Caribbean region and is found in dry forests, scrublands, and disturbed areas. It has leathery leaves with toothed margins and small white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Comocladia mollifolia is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating fever, malaria, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Comocladia mollifolia has small yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Comocladia mollifolia is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is best to water the plant deeply and then allow the soil to dry out before watering again. Fertilize the plant with a balanced fertilizer every few weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Comocladia mollifolia

Comocladia mollifolia is found in tropical America.

Comocladia mollifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Comocladia mollifolia?

Comocladia mollifolia

What is the common name of Comocladia mollifolia?

Soft-leaved Comocladia

What is the natural habitat of Comocladia mollifolia?

It is found in wet forests, thickets, and mangrove swamps in the Caribbean region.

Species in the Anacardiaceae family

Abrahamia buxifolia, Abrahamia thouvenotii, Abrahamia littoralis, Abrahamia latifolia, Abrahamia minutifolia, Abrahamia ditimena, Abrahamia betamponensis, Abrahamia capuronii, Abrahamia delphinensis, Abrahamia ellipticarpa, Abrahamia elongata, Abrahamia itromoensis, Abrahamia turkii, Abrahamia deflexa, Abrahamia grandidieri, Abrahamia humbertii, Abrahamia ibityensis, Abrahamia lecomtei, Abrahamia lenticellata, Abrahamia lokobensis, Abrahamia longipetiolata, Abrahamia louvelii, Abrahamia nitida, Abrahamia oblongifolia, Abrahamia pauciflora, Abrahamia phillipsonii, Abrahamia sambiranensis, Abrahamia sericea, Abrahamia suarezensis, Abrahamia viguieri, Abrahamia revoluta, Abrahamia antongilensis, Abrahamia darainensis, Abrahamia patrickii, Actinocheita filicina, Allospondias lakonensis, Allospondias laxiflora, Amphipterygium simplicifolium, Amphipterygium adstringens, Amphipterygium amplifolium, Amphipterygium glaucum, Amphipterygium molle, Anacardium amapaense, Anacardium amilcarianum, Anacardium brasiliense, Anacardium caracolii, Anacardium corymbosum, Anacardium curatellifolium, Anacardium excelsum, Anacardium fruticosum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2733766: Based on the initial data import
Erik Leonard Ekman (1883-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ekman' in the authors string.
Burghard Helwig (d.1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Helwig' in the authors string.