Status:
valid
Authors:
Prance
Source:
wcs
Year:
1972
Citation Micro:
Fl. Neotrop. Monogr. 9: 149 (1972)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000815103
Common Names
- Licania savannarum
- Savanna Licania
- Savannah Licania
Description
Licania savannarum (also called Savanna Licania, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub that is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. It has a dense crown of leaves, with oblong-lanceolate leaves that are dark green and glossy on the upper surface and pale green and slightly hairy on the underside. It is found in humid tropical forests, often in areas with sandy soils.
Uses & Benefits
Licania savannarum is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Licania savannarum is a small, yellow, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Licania savannarum is a small evergreen tree that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. The seeds should be sown in the spring or early summer, and the cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer. The plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.
Where to Find Licania savannarum
Licania savannarum can be found in the savannas of Central and South America.
Licania savannarum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Licania savannarum?
Licania savannarum
What is the common name of Licania savannarum?
Savannarum Licania
What is the natural habitat of Licania savannarum?
Licania savannarum is found in the tropical savannas of 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,