Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
coalita
ID:
283699

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Vell.) Woodson

Source:
wcs

Year:
1931

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 18: 552 (1931)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000283031



Common Names

  • Prestonia coalita
  • Coalita Palm
  • Coalita Prestonia


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Synonyms

  • Mesechites sulphureus Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Mitozus concinnus Miers [unknown]
  • Mitozus scabridulus Miers [unknown]
  • Rhaptocarpus apiculatus Miers [unknown]
  • Rhaptocarpus coalitus Miers [unknown]
  • Rhaptocarpus martii Miers [unknown]
  • Echites coalitus Vell. [unknown]
  • Echites martii Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Echites sulphureus Vell. [unknown]
  • Echites vauthieri A.DC. [unknown]

Description

Prestonia coalita (also called Coalita Prestonia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree that can reach up to 8 m in height. It is native to Central and South America and grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Prestonia coalita is a popular ornamental plant, as it has a very attractive appearance. It is also used as a windbreak, as it is very resistant to strong winds. It is also used to provide shade in hot climates, as it is very tolerant of heat.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Prestonia coalita is a white or yellowish-white, tubular flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedling is a small, dark green plant with a single stem and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Prestonia coalita is a fast-growing, evergreen tree that can reach heights of up to 30 feet. It is native to the Caribbean, Central and South America. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. The seed should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist, well-drained potting mix.

Where to Find Prestonia coalita

Prestonia coalita can be found in tropical forests of Central and South America.

Prestonia coalita FAQ

What is the common name of Prestonia coalita?

Coalita Prestonia

What is the scientific name of Coalita Prestonia?

Prestonia coalita

What is the natural habitat of Prestonia coalita?

Tropical and subtropical moist forests

Species in the Prestonia genus

Prestonia amazonica, Prestonia annularis, Prestonia bahiensis, Prestonia brittonii, Prestonia calycina, Prestonia cayennensis, Prestonia clandestina, Prestonia coalita, Prestonia cordifolia, Prestonia cyaniphylla, Prestonia denticulata, Prestonia didyma, Prestonia discolor, Prestonia dusenii, Prestonia erecta, Prestonia exserta, Prestonia folsomii, Prestonia guianensis, Prestonia hammelii, Prestonia haughtii, Prestonia ipomaeifolia, Prestonia lacerata, Prestonia lagoensis, Prestonia lenticellata, Prestonia lindleyana, Prestonia longifolia, Prestonia megagros, Prestonia mexicana, Prestonia mollis, Prestonia morilloi, Prestonia mucronata, Prestonia parviflora, Prestonia parvifolia, Prestonia peregrina, Prestonia plumeriifolia, Prestonia portobellensis, Prestonia quinquangularis, Prestonia riedelii, Prestonia riverae, Prestonia robusta, Prestonia rotundifolia, Prestonia schumanniana, Prestonia seemannii, Prestonia solanifolia, Prestonia speciosa, Prestonia surinamensis, Prestonia tomentosa, Prestonia trifida, Prestonia tysonii, Prestonia vana,

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-165324: Based on the initial data import
José Mariano de Conceição Vellozo (1742-1811): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vell.' in the authors string.
Robert Everard Woodson (1904-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Woodson' in the authors string.