Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
steyermarkii
ID:
816572

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maguire

Source:
wcs

Year:
1952

Citation Micro:
Fieldiana, Bot. 27: 254 (1952)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000815906



Common Names

  • Licania steyermarkii
  • Steyermarkii Licania
  • Steyermarkii Licania Tree


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Description

Licania steyermarkii (also called Chicharroncillo, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Chrysobalanaceae family. It is native to Central America and South America. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Licania steyermarkii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a potted plant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, asthma, and other respiratory ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Licania steyermarkii are white or yellowish-white, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a hard outer coating. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Licania steyermarkii is an evergreen shrub native to Central and South America. It grows best in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is best done from seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sheltered spot. Cuttings can also be taken in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Licania steyermarkii

Licania steyermarkii can be found in Venezuela.

Licania steyermarkii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Licania steyermarkii?

Licania steyermarkii

What is the common name of Licania steyermarkii?

Steyermark's Licania

What is the natural habitat of Licania steyermarkii?

It is native to Central America and is commonly found in tropical rainforests.

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-353832: Based on the initial data import
Bassett Maguire (1904-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maguire' in the authors string.