Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
montana
ID:
1341807

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Prance) Sothers & Prance

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 71(4)-58: 37. 2016 [15 Dec 2016] [epublished]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001354261



Common Names

  • Moquilea montana
  • Mountain Moquilea
  • Mountain Moquilea Tree


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Description

Moquilea montana (also called 'Candelilla', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a single trunk, growing up to 5 m tall. It is native to the Andes of Peru and Bolivia, and is found in dry, rocky habitats at elevations of 2,000–3,000 m.

Uses & Benefits

Moquilea montana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of fuelwood and timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Moquilea montana has white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. Seeds: The seeds of Moquilea montana are small, black, and oval-shaped. Seedlings: The seedlings of Moquilea montana are small and have a single stem with two to three leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Moquilea montana can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in the spring or fall. Dig up the clump and divide it into smaller sections, making sure each section has a good root system. Plant the divisions in a well-drained soil mix and keep the soil moist.

Where to Find Moquilea montana

Moquilea montana can be found in the Andes Mountains of South America.

Moquilea montana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Moquilea montana?

Moquilea montana

What is the natural habitat of Moquilea montana?

Moquilea montana is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.

What are the common uses of Moquilea montana?

Moquilea montana is used for medicinal purposes, as an ornamental plant, and for its timber.

Species in the Moquilea genus

Moquilea minutiflora, Moquilea guianensis, Moquilea leucosepala, Moquilea pyrifolia, Moquilea platypus, Moquilea tomentosa, Moquilea salzmannii, Moquilea angustata, Moquilea araneosa, Moquilea chocoensis, Moquilea corniculata, Moquilea fasciculata, Moquilea filomenoi, Moquilea klugii, Moquilea longipedicellata, Moquilea montana, Moquilea silvatica, Moquilea vasquezii, Moquilea magnifructa, Moquilea anneae, Moquilea belloi, Moquilea brittoniana, Moquilea cabrerae, Moquilea durifolia, Moquilea fritschii, Moquilea gonzalezii, Moquilea imbaimadaiensis, Moquilea longicuspidata, Moquilea maranhensis, Moquilea palcazuensis, Moquilea salicifolia, Moquilea tachirensis, Moquilea velata, Moquilea boliviensis, Moquilea cariae, Moquilea chiriquiensis, Moquilea egleri, Moquilea grandibracteata, Moquilea guatemalensis, Moquilea hedbergii, Moquilea jaramilloi, Moquilea kallunkiae, Moquilea longipetala, Moquilea megalophylla, Moquilea subarachnophylla, Moquilea tambopatensis, Moquilea cecidiophora, Moquilea celiae, Moquilea dodsonii, Moquilea espinae,

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

Ghillean Prance (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Prance' in the authors string.
Cynthia Sothers (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sothers' in the authors string.