Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Species:
platyphylla
ID:
618238

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Rich. ex Griseb.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1866

Citation Micro:
Cat. Pl. Cub. : 68 (1866)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000617570



Common Names

  • Comocladia Platyphylla
  • Platyphylla Comocladia
  • Comocladia


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Description

Comocladia platyphylla (also called Broad-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 platyphylla 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 platyphylla 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 platyphylla is a small evergreen tree or shrub that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to tropical America, from Mexico to Brazil. The plant is cultivated for its edible fruits and for its medicinal properties. Propagation is by seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist, well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in spring and planted in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Comocladia platyphylla

Comocladia platyphylla is found in Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, El Salvador, and Nicaragua.

Comocladia platyphylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Comocladia platyphylla?

Comocladia platyphylla

What is the common name of Comocladia platyphylla?

Broad-leaved Comocladia

What is the natural habitat of Comocladia platyphylla?

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-2733772: Based on the initial data import
Achille Richard (1794-1852): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Rich.' in the authors string.
August Grisebach (1814-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griseb.' in the authors string.