Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
castillana
ID:
834105

Status:
valid

Authors:
Prance

Source:
wcs

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 54(1): 110. 1999 [2 Jun 1999]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000833440



Common Names

  • Hirtella Castillana
  • Castilian Hirtella
  • Castilian Bastard Cedar


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Description

Hirtella castillana (also called Castillana Hirtella, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 m tall. It is native to South America and is found in moist forests and along rivers. Its leaves are ovate and its flowers are white and fragrant.

Uses & Benefits

Hirtella castillana is an ornamental shrub, used in landscaping and as a hedge. It is also used for its medicinal properties and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hirtella castillana has small, white flowers with yellowish-green sepals and petals. The flowers are borne in small clusters and have a sweet scent. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small and have short, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hirtella castillana is a slow-growing, evergreen tree that can reach up to 30 m in height. It is propagated by seed and cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and kept in a warm, humid environment until they root.

Where to Find Hirtella castillana

Hirtella castillana is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of South America.

Hirtella castillana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hirtella castillana?

Hirtella castillana

What is the common name of Hirtella castillana?

Castillian Hirtella

Where does Hirtella castillana originate from?

Brazil

Species in the Hirtella genus

Hirtella adderleyi, Hirtella adenophora, Hirtella aequatoriensis, Hirtella americana, Hirtella angustifolia, Hirtella angustissima, Hirtella araguariensis, Hirtella aramangensis, Hirtella arenosa, Hirtella bahiensis, Hirtella barnebyi, Hirtella barrosoi, Hirtella beckii, Hirtella bicornis, Hirtella brachystachys, Hirtella bullata, Hirtella burchellii, Hirtella caduca, Hirtella carbonaria, Hirtella castillana, Hirtella ciliata, Hirtella conduplicata, Hirtella confertiflora, Hirtella cordifolia, Hirtella corymbosa, Hirtella couepiiflora, Hirtella cowanii, Hirtella davisii, Hirtella deflexa, Hirtella dorvalii, Hirtella duckei, Hirtella elongata, Hirtella enneandra, Hirtella eriandra, Hirtella excelsa, Hirtella fasciculata, Hirtella floribunda, Hirtella glabrata, Hirtella glandulistipula, Hirtella glandulosa, Hirtella glaziovii, Hirtella gracilipes, Hirtella guainiae, Hirtella guatemalensis, Hirtella guyanensis, Hirtella hebeclada, Hirtella hispidula, Hirtella hoehnei, Hirtella insignis, Hirtella juruenensis,

Species in the Chrysobalanaceae family

Acioa edulis, Acioa guianensis, Acioa schultesii, Acioa somnolens, Acioa longipendula, Acioa dolichopoda, Afrolicania elaeosperma, Angelesia splendens, Angelesia fusicarpa, Angelesia palawanensis, Atuna cordata, Atuna elliptica, Atuna excelsa, Atuna indica, Atuna latifrons, Atuna nannodes, Atuna penangiana, Atuna travancorica, Bafodeya benna, Chrysobalanus cuspidatus, Chrysobalanus icaco, Chrysobalanus prancei, Couepia belemii, Couepia bernardii, Couepia bondarii, Couepia bracteosa, Couepia canomensis, Couepia carautae, Couepia caryophylloides, Couepia cataractae, Couepia chrysocalyx, Couepia cidiana, Couepia coarctata, Couepia comosa, Couepia eriantha, Couepia excelsa, Couepia exflexa, Couepia froesii, Couepia glabra, Couepia grandiflora, Couepia guianensis, Couepia habrantha, Couepia hondurasensis, Couepia impressa, Couepia insignis, Couepia joaquinae, Couepia krukovii, Couepia latifolia, Couepia leitaofilhoi, Couepia longipetiolata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-370638: Based on the initial data import
Ghillean Prance (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Prance' in the authors string.