Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
castanifolia
ID:
780958

Status:
valid

Authors:
(D.Don) Melch.

Source:
iplants

Year:
1941

Citation Micro:
Ber. Deutsch. Bot. Ges. 59: 26 (1941)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000780291



Common Names

  • White Trumpetbush
  • White Bells
  • White Elder


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Description

Tecoma castanifolia (also called Chestnut-Leaved Trumpetbush, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 6 m tall. It is native to Brazil. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils.

Uses & Benefits

Tecoma castanifolia is used in landscaping and as a cut flower. It has a sweet, citrus-like fragrance and is known for its bright yellow flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Tecoma castanifolia are yellow and have five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings have a single, oval leaf and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tecoma castanifolia is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach heights of up to 10 feet. It is drought-tolerant and prefers full sun. It can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Tecoma castanifolia

Tecoma castanifolia is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It can be found in dry, rocky slopes and canyons in the Sonoran and Chihuahuan deserts.

Tecoma castanifolia FAQ

What is the common name of Tecoma castanifolia?

Chestnut-leaved Tecoma

What is the natural habitat of Tecoma castanifolia?

Dry areas, rocky slopes, and canyons in the southwestern United States and northern Mexico

What is the scientific name of Tecoma castanifolia?

Tecoma castanifolia

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

David Don (1799-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Don' in the authors string.
Hans Melchior (1894-1984): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Melch.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:249769-2: 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].