Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
subrotundata
ID:
816552

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maguire

Source:
wcs

Year:
1952

Citation Micro:
Fieldiana, Bot. 27: 255 (1952)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000815886



Common Names

  • Licania subrotundata
  • Subrotundata Licania
  • Subrotundata Licania Tree


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Description

Licania subrotundata (also called Subrotund Licania, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Chrysobalanaceae family. It is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 10 m tall. It is native to Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Vietnam, and Malaysia, and is found in open forests, thickets, and grasslands. It has white or yellowish flowers and long, narrow leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Licania subrotundata 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 flower of Licania subrotundata is white and star-shaped, with five petals. The seed is small and round, and the seedling is a small, green plant with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Licania subrotundata is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It can be grown in a variety of soil types, but it prefers sandy or loamy soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain a neat shape.

Where to Find Licania subrotundata

Licania subrotundata can be found in Central and South America, including Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, Venezuela, Guyana, Suriname, French Guiana, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, and Brazil.

Licania subrotundata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Licania subrotundata?

Licania subrotundata

What is the common name of Licania subrotundata?

Round-leaved Licania

What type of plant is Licania subrotundata?

Tree

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-353814: Based on the initial data import
Bassett Maguire (1904-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maguire' in the authors string.