Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
velutina
ID:
615850

Status:
valid

Authors:
Merr. & L.M.Perry

Source:
cmp

Year:
1939

Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 20: 344 (1939)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000615182



Common Names

  • Colona Velutina
  • Velutina Colona
  • Velvet Colona


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Description

Colona velutina (also called Velvet colona, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub that is native to the Caribbean and Central America. It typically grows to a height of 2-3 feet and has leathery, oval-shaped leaves with a velvety texture. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Colona velutina is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Colona velutina has white flowers with a yellow center and a sweet scent. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Colona velutina is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to tropical Africa and Madagascar. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature branches and planted in a well-draining potting mix. The cuttings should be kept moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Colona velutina

Colona velutina can be found in the southeastern United States, from Texas to Florida and north to Virginia.

Colona velutina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Colona velutina?

Colona velutina

What is the family of Colona velutina?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Colona velutina?

Velutina Colona

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-2731418: Based on the initial data import
Elmer Drew Merrill (1876-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merr.' in the authors string.
Lily May Perry (1895-1992): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.M.Perry' in the authors string.