Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fagales
Genus:
Species:
hondurensis
ID:
526451

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.O.Williams in W.E.Manning

Source:
cmp

Year:
1959

Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 86: 194 (1959)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000525783

Common Names

  • Alfaroa hondurensis
  • Hondurensis Alfaroa
  • Hondurensis Tree

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Description

Alfaroa hondurensis (also called 'Honduran 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 hondurensis 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 hondurensis 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 hondurensis 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 hondurensis

Alfaroa hondurensis is native to Central America.

Alfaroa hondurensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Alfaroa hondurensis?

Alfaroa hondurensis

What are the common names of Alfaroa hondurensis?

Honduran Mahogany, Honduran Redwood

What is the natural habitat of Alfaroa hondurensis?

Tropical rainforests of Central America

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-2628329: Based on the initial data import
Louis Otho Williams (1908-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.O.Williams' in the authors string.
Wayne Eyer Manning (1899-2004): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.E.Manning' in the authors string.