Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Species:
guatemalense
ID:
374253

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Radlk. ex Harms) P.K.Endress

Source:
cmp

Year:
1969

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 89: 357 (1969)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000373585

Common Names

  • Guatemalan Molinadendron
  • Molinadendron Guatemalense
  • Molinadendron

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Synonyms

  • Distylium guatemalense Radlk. ex Harms [unknown]

Description

Molinadendron guatemalense (also called Guatemalan Molinadendron, among many other common names) is a shrub with white, tubular flowers. It is native to Mexico and Central America, and is found in moist, shady habitats such as forests and ravines.

Uses & Benefits

Molinadendron guatemalense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cover crop in agricultural fields.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Molinadendron guatemalense has small, white flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Molinadendron guatemalense is a tropical tree that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be propagated by cuttings or by layering. It prefers a well-lit location with a temperature of 22-28°C and a pH of 6.0-7.5. It should be fertilized with a liquid fertilizer every two weeks.

Where to Find Molinadendron guatemalense

Molinadendron guatemalense is native to Guatemala and can be found in the departments of Alta Verapaz, Baja Verapaz, Chimaltenango, El Progreso, Guatemala, Huehuetenango, Izabal, Quetzaltenango, Quiché, Retalhuleu, and Zacapa.

Molinadendron guatemalense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Molinadendron guatemalense?

Molinadendron guatemalense

What is the common name of Molinadendron guatemalense?

Guatemalan Molinadendron

What is the natural habitat of Molinadendron guatemalense?

Tropical moist forests

Species in the Hamamelidaceae family

Chunia bucklandioides, Corylopsis alnifolia, Corylopsis brevistyla, Corylopsis calcicola, Corylopsis coreana, Corylopsis glabrescens, Corylopsis glandulifera, Corylopsis glaucescens, Corylopsis gotoana, Corylopsis henryi, Corylopsis himalayana, Corylopsis microcarpa, Corylopsis multiflora, Corylopsis obovata, Corylopsis omeiensis, Corylopsis pauciflora, Corylopsis platypetala, Corylopsis rotundifolia, Corylopsis sinensis, Corylopsis trabeculosa, Corylopsis veitchiana, Corylopsis velutina, Corylopsis willmottiae, Corylopsis yui, Corylopsis yunnanensis, Corylopsis spicata, Dicoryphe angustifolia, Dicoryphe buddlejoides, Dicoryphe gracilis, Dicoryphe guatteriifolia, Dicoryphe lanceolata, Dicoryphe laurifolia, Dicoryphe laurina, Dicoryphe macrophylla, Dicoryphe platyphylla, Dicoryphe retusa, Dicoryphe stipulacea, Dicoryphe viticoides, Disanthus cercidifolius, Distyliopsis dunnii, Distyliopsis lanata, Distyliopsis laurifolia, Distyliopsis salicifolia, Distyliopsis tutcheri, Distyliopsis yunnanensis, Distylium annamicum, Distylium buxifolium, Distylium chinense, Distylium chinense, Distylium chungii,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2366706: Based on the initial data import
Hermann Harms (1870-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harms' in the authors string.
Ludwig Radlkofer (1829-1927): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Radlk.' in the authors string.
Peter Karl Endress (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.K.Endress' in the authors string.