Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
davillifolia
ID:
816933

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benoist

Source:
wcs

Year:
1919

Citation Micro:
Bull. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat. 25: 513 (1919)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000816267



Common Names

  • Licania Davillifolia
  • Davillifolia Licania
  • Licania


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Description

Licania davillifolia (also called Davillifolia Licania, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 meters in height. It has small, glossy, dark green leaves and white flowers that bloom in the summer. It is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in hedgerows, woodlands, and other habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Licania davillifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used for its medicinal properties to treat fever, headache, and dysentery.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Licania davillifolia has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a reddish-brown stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Licania davillifolia is a small to medium-sized tree that grows up to 15 m tall. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost.

Where to Find Licania davillifolia

Licania davillifolia can be found in the Caribbean, Central America, and South America.

Licania davillifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Licania davillifolia?

Licania davillifolia

What is the common name of Licania davillifolia?

Davill's Licania

Where is Licania davillifolia native to?

Central and South America

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-354163: Based on the initial data import
Raymond Benoist (1881-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benoist' in the authors string.