Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
elliptica
ID:
816922

Status:
valid

Authors:
Standl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1937

Citation Micro:
Publ. Field Columb. Mus., Bot. Ser. 17: 255 (1937)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000816256



Common Names

  • Licania Elliptica
  • Elliptica Licania
  • Licania


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Description

Licania elliptica (also called Elliptic 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 with elliptical shapes 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 elliptica 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 elliptica 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 elliptica is a fast-growing evergreen shrub that can reach heights of up to 8 feet. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done through cuttings taken in early summer. The cuttings should be taken from the current year’s growth and placed in a rooting medium such as perlite or sand. Keep the cuttings moist and in a warm location until they have rooted.

Where to Find Licania elliptica

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

Licania elliptica FAQ

What are the common names of Licania elliptica?

Elliptic Licania

What is the growth habit of Licania elliptica?

It is an evergreen shrub with an upright habit

What is the hardiness zone of Licania elliptica?

It is hardy in zones 8-10

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,

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