Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
cidii
ID:
815009

Status:
valid

Authors:
Prance

Source:
wcs

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 47: 247 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000814343



Common Names

  • Cid's Licania
  • Cid Licania
  • Licania cidii


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Description

Licania cidii (also called Cid's Licania, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Central and South America. It has a spreading habit and can reach up to 4.6 m in height. Its leaves are alternate, simple, and ovate to lanceolate in shape. This plant is found in tropical and subtropical moist forests, and in wet and dry forests.

Uses & Benefits

Licania cidii is an ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and landscapes. It is known for its attractive yellow flowers and is also used medicinally to treat a variety of ailments, including fever and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Licania cidii flower is a small, white flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed with a yellow center. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped leaf and a yellow stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Licania cidii is a small to medium-sized tree that grows up to 15 m tall. It is native to Colombia and Venezuela. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from mature branches and planted in a moist, well-draining medium. Keep the cuttings in a warm, humid environment until they are well-rooted.

Where to Find Licania cidii

Licania cidii is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America.

Licania cidii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Licania cidii?

Licania cidii

What is the common name of Licania cidii?

Cid's Licania

What is the growth habit of Licania cidii?

It is an evergreen tree with an upright, open habit.

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-352384: Based on the initial data import
Ghillean Prance (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Prance' in the authors string.