Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
fluviatilis
ID:
780781

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Aubl.) DC.

Source:
iplants

Year:
1845

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 9: 215 (1845)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000780114



Common Names

  • Tabebuia fluviatilis
  • Tabebuia Fluviatilis
  • Tabebuia fluviatilis


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Description

Tabebuia fluviatilis (also called Pink Trumpet Tree, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to Central and South America. It has a single trunk and a rounded crown, with large, bright pink flowers that bloom in the spring. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soils.

Uses & Benefits

Tabebuia fluviatilis is used as an ornamental plant, for furniture making, and for construction. It is also used medicinally to treat fever, inflammation, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tabebuia fluviatilis is white, with five petals and yellow anthers. The seed is a small, round, brown seed, and the seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tabebuia fluviatilis is a fast-growing tree that can reach up to 25 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, but can also be done by cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall and should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they root.

Where to Find Tabebuia fluviatilis

Tabebuia fluviatilis is native to Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean. It can be found in tropical and subtropical dry forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Tabebuia fluviatilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tabebuia fluviatilis?

Tabebuia fluviatilis

What is the common name of Tabebuia fluviatilis?

River Trumpet Tree

What is the natural habitat of Tabebuia fluviatilis?

Tropical and subtropical forests

Species in the Tabebuia genus

Tabebuia zanonii, Tabebuia ovatifolia, Tabebuia bullata, Tabebuia gemmiflora, Tabebuia reticulata, Tabebuia ricardii, Tabebuia caleticana, Tabebuia vinosa, Tabebuia insignis, Tabebuia jackiana, Tabebuia jaucoensis, Tabebuia lepidophylla, Tabebuia lepidota, Tabebuia glaucescens, Tabebuia gracilipes, Tabebuia inaequipes, Tabebuia haemantha, Tabebuia heterophylla, Tabebuia hypoleuca, Tabebuia leptoneura, Tabebuia nodosa, Tabebuia myrtifolia, Tabebuia obovata, Tabebuia obtusifolia, Tabebuia ophiolithica, Tabebuia orinocensis, Tabebuia linearis, Tabebuia fluviatilis, Tabebuia maxonii, Tabebuia calcicola, Tabebuia bibracteolata, Tabebuia brooksiana, Tabebuia bahamensis, Tabebuia cassinoides, Tabebuia buchii, Tabebuia angustata, Tabebuia acrophylla, Tabebuia arimaoensis, Tabebuia aurea, Tabebuia elliptica, Tabebuia dubia, Tabebuia elegans, Tabebuia elongata, Tabebuia multinervis, Tabebuia clementis, Tabebuia conferta, Tabebuia crispiflora, Tabebuia del-riscoi, Tabebuia densifolia, Tabebuia pallida,

Species in the Bignoniaceae family

Adenocalymma neoflavidum, Adenocalymma pseudopatulum, Adenocalymma acutissimum, Adenocalymma apparicianum, Adenocalymma apurense, Adenocalymma arthropetiolatum, Adenocalymma bracteatum, Adenocalymma bracteolatum, Adenocalymma bullatum, Adenocalymma calderonii, Adenocalymma chocoense, Adenocalymma coriaceum, Adenocalymma cymbalum, Adenocalymma dichilum, Adenocalymma divaricatum, Adenocalymma dugandii, Adenocalymma dusenii, Adenocalymma flavum, Adenocalymma fruticosum, Adenocalymma gracielzae, Adenocalymma hatschbachii, Adenocalymma heterophyllum, Adenocalymma hirtum, Adenocalymma hypostictum, Adenocalymma impressum, Adenocalymma inundatum, Adenocalymma macrophyllum, Adenocalymma magdalenense, Adenocalymma magnificum, Adenocalymma marginatum, Adenocalymma nervosum, Adenocalymma paulistarum, Adenocalymma prancei, Adenocalymma salmoneum, Adenocalymma saulense, Adenocalymma scabriusculum, Adenocalymma scansile, Adenocalymma sousae, Adenocalymma subincanum, Adenocalymma subsessilifolium, Adenocalymma subspicatum, Adenocalymma tephrinocalyx, Adenocalymma ternatum, Adenocalymma trifoliatum, Adenocalymma ubatubense, Adenocalymma uleanum, Adenocalymma cladotrichum, Adenocalymma reticulatum, Adenocalymma velutinum, Adenocalymma adenophorum,

References

Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:110914-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].