Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fagales
Genus:
Species:
guatemalensis
ID:
526450

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Standl.) L.O.Williams & Ant.Molina

Source:
cmp

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Fieldiana, Bot. 32: 208 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000525782

Common Names

  • Alfaroa guatemalensis
  • Guatemalensis Alfaroa
  • Guatemalensis Tree

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Synonyms

  • Oreomunnea guatemalensis (Standl.) J.-F.Leroy [unknown]
  • Engelhardia guatemalensis Standl. [unknown]

Description

Alfaroa guatemalensis (also called 'Guatemalan Alfaroa', among many other common names) is a small evergreen tree that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to Central America and grows in tropical forests. The leaves are pinnate and the flowers are yellow with red spots.

Uses & Benefits

Alfaroa guatemalensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an ingredient in traditional medicines. It is also used to treat skin diseases, wounds, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Alfaroa guatemalensis has white flowers with yellowish centers. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and have small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Alfaroa guatemalensis is a shrub native to Central America. It can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. It prefers a well-draining, humus-rich soil and partial shade. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized monthly with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Alfaroa guatemalensis

Alfaroa guatemalensis can be found in Guatemala.

Alfaroa guatemalensis FAQ

What is the common name of Alfaroa guatemalensis?

Guatemalan Alfaroa

What is the natural range of Alfaroa guatemalensis?

Southern Mexico and Guatemala

What is the typical height of Alfaroa guatemalensis?

Up to 40 feet

Species in the Juglandaceae family

Alfaroa costaricensis, Alfaroa guanacastensis, Alfaroa guatemalensis, Alfaroa hondurensis, Alfaroa manningii, Alfaroa mexicana, Alfaroa williamsii, Carya alba, Carya aquatica, Carya brownii, Carya cathayensis, Carya collina, Carya cordiformis, Carya demareei, Carya dunbarii, Carya floridana, Carya glabra, Carya hunanensis, Carya illinoinensis, Carya kweichowensis, Carya laciniosa, Carya laneyi, Carya lecontei, Carya ludoviciana, Carya myristiciformis, Carya nussbaumeri, Carya ovata, Carya pallida, Carya palmeri, Carya poilanei, Carya schneckii, Carya sinensis, Carya texana, Carya tonkinensis, Cyclocarya paliurus, Engelhardia roxburghiana, Engelhardia apoensis, Engelhardia apoensis, Engelhardia danumensis, Engelhardia hainanensis, Engelhardia kinabaluensis, Engelhardia mendalomensis, Engelhardia mersingensis, Engelhardia mollis, Engelhardia rigida, Engelhardia roxburghiana, Engelhardia serrata, Engelhardia spicata, Engelhardia unijuga, Juglans avellana,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2628328: Based on the initial data import
Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.
Louis Otho Williams (1908-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.O.Williams' in the authors string.
José Antonio Molina Rositto (1926-2012): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ant.Molina' in the authors string.