Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
xolocotzii
ID:
1250078

Status:
valid

Authors:
T.Wendt & E.L.Taylor

Source:
tro

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Lundellia 2: 128 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001249416



Common Names

  • Xolocotzii Sterculia
  • Sterculia xolocotzii
  • Xolocotzii


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Description

Sterculia xolocotzii (also called Xolocotzia, among many other common names) is a small tree with yellow flowers, native to Mexico. It grows in dry forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Sterculia xolocotzii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its leaves are used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sterculia xolocotzii is a small yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, shiny seed. The seedling is a small, green, pointed shoot.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sterculia xolocotzii is a fast-growing evergreen tree that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground and is drought tolerant once established.

Where to Find Sterculia xolocotzii

Sterculia xolocotzii is native to Mexico and Guatemala.

Sterculia xolocotzii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sterculia xolocotzii?

Sterculia xolocotzii

What is the common name of Sterculia xolocotzii?

Xolocotzii Sterculia

What is the natural habitat of Sterculia xolocotzii?

Grasslands and open woodlands

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50149645: Based on the initial data import
Thomas Leighton Wendt (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.Wendt' in the authors string.
Elizabeth L. Taylor: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.L.Taylor' in the authors string.