Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
racemiflora
ID:
635481

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1767

Citation Micro:
Mant. Pl. 50. 1767 [15-31 Oct 1767]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000634813



Common Names

  • Cyrilla racemiflora
  • Titi Swampwood
  • Racemiflora Titi


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Synonyms

  • Stachyanthemum schomburgkii Klotzsch [unknown]
  • Andromeda plumata Bartram & W.Bartram ex Marshall [unknown]
  • Cyrilla antillana Michx. [unknown]
  • Cyrilla arida Small [unknown]
  • Cyrilla brevifolia N.E.Br. [unknown]
  • Cyrilla caroliniana Michx. [unknown]
  • Cyrilla fuscata Raf. [unknown]
  • Cyrilla parvifolia Raf. [unknown]
  • Cyrilla parvifolia Shuttlew. [unknown]
  • Cyrilla perrottetii Briq. [unknown]
  • Cyrilla polystachia Raf. [unknown]
  • Cyrilla racemiflora brevifolia (N.E.Br.) Maguire & Wurdack ex Steyerm. [unknown]
  • Cyrilla racemiflora parvifolia (Raf.) A.E.Murray [unknown]
  • Cyrilla racemiflora parvifolia Sarg. [unknown]
  • Cyrilla racemiflora subglobosa Fernald [unknown]
  • Itea caroliniana Lam. [unknown]
  • Itea cyrilla Sw. [unknown]
  • Itea floribunda Salisb. [unknown]
  • Cyrilla antillana perrottetii Briq. [unknown]
  • Cyrilla racemiflora racemiflora [unknown]
  • Itea caroliana Lam. [unknown]
  • Cyrilla racemiflora parvifolia (Raf.) A.E.Murray [unknown]
  • Itea cyrilla L'Hér. [unknown]
  • Cyrilla racemifolia parvifolia (Raf.) A.E.Murray [unknown]

Description

Cyrilla racemiflora (also called Swamp Cyrilla, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the southeastern United States. It has thick, leathery, green leaves and small, white flowers. It prefers wet, swampy environments and grows in wetlands.

Uses & Benefits

Cyrilla racemiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cyrilla racemiflora is a small, white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, round leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cyrilla racemiflora is a shrub that can be propagated from stem cuttings. To propagate, take a stem cutting that is at least 6 inches long and remove the lower leaves. Dip the cutting in rooting hormone and plant it in well-draining soil. Water the soil lightly and keep it in a warm, sunny location. The cutting should take root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Cyrilla racemiflora

Cyrilla racemiflora is native to the Caribbean and can be found in the Dominican Republic.

Cyrilla racemiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cyrilla racemiflora?

Cyrilla racemiflora

What is the common name of Cyrilla racemiflora?

Racemose Cyrilla

What is the natural habitat of Cyrilla racemiflora?

Dry woodlands and scrub in the southeastern United States

References