Status:
valid
Authors:
(Kraenzl.) Melch.
Source:
iplants
Year:
1941
Citation Micro:
Ber. Deutsch. Bot. Ges. 59: 26 (1941)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000780014
Common Names
- Tecoma Weberbaueriana
- Weberbauer's Creeper
- Tecoma Weberbaueriana Creeper
Description
Tecoma weberbaueriana (also called Yellow Bells, Yellow Trumpetbush, and Yellow Elder, among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub native to the southwestern United States and Mexico. It typically grows to a height of 3–6 feet (0.9–1.8 m) and has bright yellow flowers that bloom in the summer. It is found in dry, open areas such as deserts and chaparral habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Tecoma weberbaueriana is a shrub native to Mexico. It has fragrant yellow flowers and is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It can also be used as a hedge or to provide shade in hot climates.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Tecoma weberbaueriana has yellow flowers with a tubular shape and a five-lobed corolla. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a long, thin stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Tecoma weberbaueriana is an evergreen, woody climber that can reach up to 5m in height and spread. It prefers a sheltered, sunny position in well-drained soil. Propagate by seed or semi-hardwood cuttings in spring or summer.
Where to Find Tecoma weberbaueriana
Tecoma weberbaueriana can be found in the tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.
Tecoma weberbaueriana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tecoma weberbaueriana?
Tecoma weberbaueriana
What is the common name of Tecoma weberbaueriana?
Weberbauer's Tecoma
What is the natural habitat of Tecoma weberbaueriana?
Tropical and subtropical forests
Species in the Tecoma genus
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
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:249876-2: 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].