Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
caribaea
ID:
1253384

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Br.

Source:
tro

Year:
1844

Citation Micro:
Pterocymbium 228 (4 June 1844).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001252722



Common Names

  • Sterculia caribaea
  • Caribbean Sterculia
  • Caribbean Sterculia Tree


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Description

Sterculia caribaea (also called Caribbean Sterculia, among many other common names) is a small tree native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It has long, thin leaves with a light green color. It typically grows in moist, shaded areas, such as near streams and in rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Sterculia caribaea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sterculia caribaea has small, white flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have a single cotyledon and a pair of opposite, simple leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sterculia caribaea is a fern that can be propagated by spores or division. It can be grown in partial to full shade in moist, well-drained soil. It is a slow-growing plant and can be propagated by division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Sterculia caribaea

Sterculia caribaea is native to South America and can be found in tropical forests.

Sterculia caribaea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sterculia caribaea?

Sterculia caribaea

What is the common name of Sterculia caribaea?

Caribbean Sterculia

What is the family of Sterculia caribaea?

Sterculiaceae

Species in the Sterculia genus

Sterculia edelfeltii, Sterculia ellipticifolia, Sterculia elmeri, Sterculia fanaiho, Sterculia foetida, Sterculia forsteri, Sterculia chlamydothyrsa, Sterculia carrii, Sterculia chrysodasys, Sterculia cinerea, Sterculia hewittii, Sterculia harmandii, Sterculia hypochroa, Sterculia hyposticta, Sterculia insularis, Sterculia gilva, Sterculia gracilipes, Sterculia guttata, Sterculia aberrans, Sterculia backeri, Sterculia balanghas, Sterculia banksiana, Sterculia blumei, Sterculia bracteata, Sterculia campaniflora, Sterculia acuminatissima, Sterculia africana, Sterculia apetala, Sterculia arabica, Sterculia ampla, Sterculia pojoira, Sterculia peekelii, Sterculia perryae, Sterculia pruriens, Sterculia ponapensis, Sterculia oblonga, Sterculia palauensis, Sterculia oblongata, Sterculia papuana, Sterculia parkinsonii, Sterculia pseudopeltata, Sterculia rhinopetala, Sterculia rhoidifolia, Sterculia rhynchocarpa, Sterculia rhynchophylla, Sterculia ripicola, Sterculia rubiginosa, Sterculia rugosa, Sterculia sangirensis, Sterculia quadrifida,

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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