Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
apiknae
ID:
1328023

Status:
valid

Authors:
Prance

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
PhytoKeys 42: 4 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001340477



Common Names

  • Licania apiknae
  • Apiknae Licania
  • Apiknae Licania apiknae


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Description

Licania apiknae (also called 'Apikna Licania', 'Apikna Licania' and 'Apikna Licania', among many other common names) is a small tree native to Colombia. It has small, narrow, linear leaves and small white flowers. It grows in dry, open woodland and grassland areas.

Uses & Benefits

Licania apiknae is an ornamental plant that is used to provide a decorative and attractive look to gardens. It can also be used to attract birds and other wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Licania apiknae has small, yellow-green flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small, black and oblong-shaped. The seedlings have two opposite, oblong-shaped cotyledons and a single, unbranched stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Licania apiknae is a perennial shrub that is best propagated through division or cuttings. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts. It is best to water regularly and fertilize lightly in the spring and summer.

Where to Find Licania apiknae

Licania apiknae is native to the Amazon rainforest.

Licania apiknae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Licania apiknae?

Licania apiknae

Where is Licania apiknae native to?

Colombia

What is the flower color of Licania apiknae?

White

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

Ghillean Prance (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Prance' in the authors string.