Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
spicata
ID:
816639

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1867

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 14(2): 16 (1867)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000815973



Common Names

  • Licania spicata
  • Spicata Licania
  • Spicata Licania Tree


Searching for Licania spicata? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Licania spicata (also called Spicate Licania, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 4 meters in height. It has dark green, glossy leaves and small, white flowers. Native to Central and South America, it is commonly found in forests, thickets and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Licania spicata is used in landscaping and as a hedge plant. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Licania spicata has small yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

Searching for Licania spicata? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Licania spicata is a shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. It prefers a sunny position and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts. Prune after flowering to maintain a compact shape.

Where to Find Licania spicata

Licania spicata can be found in Central and South America.

Licania spicata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Licania spicata?

Licania spicata

What is the common name of Licania spicata?

Licania spicata

What is the family of Licania spicata?

Chrysobalanaceae

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