Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
candida
ID:
445880

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Moc. & Sessé ex DC.) Mart.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1826

Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Sp. Pl. Bras. 1: 102 (1826)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000445212



Common Names

  • Luehea candida
  • Candida Luehea
  • Luehea Candida


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Synonyms

  • Luehea scabrifolia C.Presl [unknown]
  • Luehea nobilis Linden & Planch. [unknown]
  • Luehea mexicana Spach [unknown]
  • Luehea endopogon Turcz. [unknown]
  • Alegria candida Moc. & Sessé ex DC. [unknown]
  • Luehea mexicana Spach ex Steud. [unknown]

Description

Luehea candida (also called White Luehea, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Central and South America. It has a single trunk and grows up to 8 m tall. Its leaves are alternate, simple, and ovate. It is found in dry scrub, dry forests, and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Luehea candida is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Luehea candida has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Luehea candida is a fast-growing, deciduous tree native to Central and South America. It is easily propagated from seeds or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season and prune as needed to maintain shape.

Where to Find Luehea candida

Luehea candida is native to Brazil and can be found in tropical rainforest habitats.

Luehea candida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Luehea candida?

Luehea candida

What is the common name of Luehea candida?

White Luehea

What is the natural habitat of Luehea candida?

It is native to Central and South America

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-2497045: Based on the initial data import
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Martín Sessé y Lacasta (1751-1808): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sessé' in the authors string.
José Mariano Mociño (1757-1819): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Moc.' in the authors string.
Carl Friedrich Philipp von Martius (1794-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mart.' in the authors string.