Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
beckii
ID:
837767

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.R.I.Wood

Source:
iplants

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 156: 145 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000837102



Common Names

  • Tecoma Beckii
  • Beckii Tecoma
  • Beckii Trumpet


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Description

Tecoma beckii (also called Beck's Tecoma, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Central America. It has an upright habit and is found in dry grassland and scrub.

Uses & Benefits

Tecoma beckii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tecoma beckii is a small, yellow, bell-shaped bloom with five petals. The seeds are small, dark, and oval-shaped. Seedlings are thin and long with narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tecoma beckii is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright indirect light.

Where to Find Tecoma beckii

Tecoma beckii is native to Mexico and Central America.

Tecoma beckii FAQ

What is the common name of Tecoma beckii?

Beck's Trumpet

What is the natural habitat of Tecoma beckii?

Dry woodlands and thickets

What is the scientific name of Tecoma beckii?

Tecoma beckii

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

John Richard Ironside Wood (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.R.I.Wood' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77086616-1: 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].