Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
salicifolia
ID:
1341809

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cuatrec.) Sothers & Prance

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 71(4)-58: 38. 2016 [15 Dec 2016] [epublished]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001354263



Common Names

  • Moquilea salicifolia
  • Salicifolia Moquilea
  • Salicifolia


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Description

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

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

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Cultivation and Propagation

Moquilea salicifolia can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in early spring in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. The plants should be grown in full sun to partial shade and kept moist but not wet.

Where to Find Moquilea salicifolia

Moquilea salicifolia is native to the Caribbean.

Moquilea salicifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Moquilea salicifolia?

Moquilea salicifolia

What is the natural habitat of Moquilea salicifolia?

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

What are the common uses of Moquilea salicifolia?

Moquilea salicifolia 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

José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.
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.