Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
alba
ID:
816674

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Bernoulli) Cuatrec.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1964

Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 35: 588 (1964)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000816008



Common Names

  • Licania alba
  • Alba Licania
  • Alba Licania Tree


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Description

Licania alba (also called 'Licania', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Central and South America. It has fragrant, white flowers and grows in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soil. It is often found in tropical forests and other humid habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Licania alba is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used as a hedge plant. It has a high tolerance for pruning and can be used to form a dense hedge. It is also used to make tea and as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Licania alba has small, yellow-green flowers that are arranged in panicles. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Licania alba can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods require full sun and warm temperatures for optimal growth.

Where to Find Licania alba

Licania alba can be found in Central and South America.

Licania alba FAQ

What are the growing conditions for Licania alba?

Licania alba prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

What is the ideal temperature for Licania alba?

Licania alba prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C).

What is the average height of Licania alba?

Licania alba typically grows to a height of 2-3 feet (60-90 cm).

Species in the Licania genus

Licania velutina, Licania cidii, Licania pittieri, Licania ferreirae, Licania cuyabenensis, Licania teixeirae, Licania tocantina, Licania nelsonii, Licania arianeae, Licania lamentanda, Licania naviculistipula, Licania santosii, Licania sandwithii, Licania rodriguesii, Licania riedelii, Licania piresii, Licania paraensis, Licania niloi, Licania maxima, Licania marleneae, Licania savannarum, Licania silvae, Licania tepuiensis, Licania stewardii, Licania lanceolata, Licania aracaensis, Licania cordata, Licania bracteata, Licania blackii, Licania bellingtonii, Licania bahiensis, Licania apiculata, Licania belemii, Licania jimenezii, Licania irwinii, Licania impressa, Licania couepiifolia, Licania furfuracea, Licania foldatsii, Licania fanshawei, Licania harlingii, Licania roraimensis, Licania robusta, Licania rufescens, Licania incana, Licania hypoleuca, Licania hoehnei, Licania hitchcockii, Licania indurata, Licania glauca,

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-353929: Based on the initial data import
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.
Carl Gustav Bernoulli (1834-1878): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bernoulli' in the authors string.