Apeiba discolor - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
G.Don
Source:
cmp
Year:
1831
Citation Micro:
Gen. Hist. 1: 555 (1831)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000539822
Common Names
- Apeiba discolor
- Discolored Apeiba
- Discolor Apeiba
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Aubletia discolor Spreng. [unknown]
Description
Apeiba discolor (also called Variable Apeiba, among many other common names) is a perennial tree native to Central and South America. It has white, bell-shaped flowers and grows in tropical forests, woodlands, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Apeiba discolor is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in landscaping. It is also used to provide shade and to prevent soil erosion.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Apeiba discolor has small, white flowers and small, round seeds. Its seedlings are small, with short stems and long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Apeiba discolor is a perennial herb native to South America. It can be propagated from seed or by division of the root clump. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil and is drought tolerant once established.
Where to Find Apeiba discolor
Apeiba discolor can be found in the western United States, from California to Oregon.
Apeiba discolor FAQ
What is the scientific name of Apeiba discolor?
Apeiba discolor
What is the family of Apeiba discolor?
Tiliaceae
What is the common name of Apeiba discolor?
Discolored Apeiba
Species in the Apeiba genus
Species in the Malvaceae family
Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2643239: Based on the initial data import
George Don (1798-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Don' in the authors string.