Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
laurifolium
ID:
692502

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.Muell.) B.Hyland & Steenis

Source:
cmp

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Brunonia 10: 212 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000691835



Common Names

  • Franciscodendron laurifolium
  • Laurifolium Franciscodendron
  • Franciscodendron Laurifolium


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Synonyms

  • Sterculia laurifolia F.Muell. [unknown]

Description

Franciscodendron laurifolium (also called Laurifolia Franciscodendron, among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to the Caribbean, and is found in dry grassland and scrub habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Franciscodendron laurifolium has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of timber in the past. It has also been used medicinally to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Franciscodendron laurifolium are small, yellowish-green and unisexual, with male and female flowers on separate plants. The fruit is a small, yellow-green, pear-shaped fig. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Franciscodendron laurifolium is a shrub native to South America. It is easy to cultivate and propagate from seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept warm and moist. Once the seedlings have emerged, they should be kept in bright, indirect light and watered regularly. The plant can also be propagated from cuttings.

Where to Find Franciscodendron laurifolium

Franciscodendron laurifolium can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Franciscodendron laurifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Franciscodendron laurifolium?

Franciscodendron laurifolium

What is the common name of Franciscodendron laurifolium?

Laurel-leaved Franciscodendron

Where is Franciscodendron laurifolium native to?

Central America

Species in the Franciscodendron 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-2814014: Based on the initial data import
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
Cornelis Gijsbert Gerrit Jan van Steenis (1901-1986): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steenis' in the authors string.
Bernard Hyland (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Hyland' in the authors string.