Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ulmifolia
ID:
712312

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lam.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1789

Citation Micro:
Encycl. 3: 52 (1789)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000711645



Common Names

  • Guazuma ulmifolia
  • Elm-leaved Guazuma
  • Elm-leaved Tree


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Description

Guazuma ulmifolia (also called Elm-leaved guazuma, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Malvaceae family. It is native to Central and South America. It grows in tropical moist lowland forests and moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Guazuma ulmifolia is used as an ornamental plant, for its medicinal properties, and as a hedge plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Guazuma ulmifolia is white and tubular in shape, with a yellow center. The seed is small, black, and oval in shape. The seedlings are small, with dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Guazuma ulmifolia is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer and cuttings should be taken in spring or summer.

Where to Find Guazuma ulmifolia

Guazuma ulmifolia is native to Central and South America.

Guazuma ulmifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Guazuma ulmifolia?

Guazuma ulmifolia

What is the common name of Guazuma ulmifolia?

Elm-leaved guazuma

What is the natural habitat of Guazuma ulmifolia?

Tropical forests in Costa Rica and Panama

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,

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