Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fagales
Genus:
Species:
williamsii
ID:
526455

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ant.Molina

Source:
cmp

Year:
1968

Citation Micro:
Fieldiana, Bot. 31: 357 (1968)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000525787

Common Names

  • Alfaroa williamsii
  • Williamsii Alfaroa
  • Williamsii Tree

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Synonyms

  • Alfaroa colombiana Lozano, Hern.Cam. & S.Espinal-T. [unknown]
  • Alfaroa williamsii tapantiensis D.E.Stone [unknown]
  • Alfaroa williamsii williamsii [unknown]

Description

Alfaroa williamsii (also called 'Williams' 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 williamsii 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 williamsii 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 williamsii 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 williamsii

Alfaroa williamsii is native to Central America.

Alfaroa williamsii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Alfaroa williamsii?

Alfaroa williamsii

What are the common names of Alfaroa williamsii?

Williams' Mahogany, Williams' Redwood

What is the natural habitat of Alfaroa williamsii?

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,

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