Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mexicana
ID:
456716

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Liebm.) Bureau

Source:
cmp

Year:
1873

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 17: 253 (1873)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000456048



Common Names

  • Trophis Mexicana
  • Mexicana Orchid
  • Mexicana Lipstick Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Trophis chiapensis Brandegee [unknown]
  • Trophis chorizantha Standl. [unknown]
  • Trophis matudae Lundell [unknown]
  • Trophis nubium Standl. [unknown]
  • Sorocea mexicana Liebm. [unknown]
  • Bucephalon mexicanum (Liebm.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Skutchia caudata Pax & K.Hoffm. [unknown]

Description

Trophis mexicana (also called 'Mexican White-cedar', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Moraceae. It is native to Mexico, Central America, and South America. This plant typically grows in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Trophis mexicana is used for its medicinal properties, as a source of food, and for its ornamental value.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Trophis mexicana is small, white and fragrant. The seed is a small, dark brown nut and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trophis mexicana is a tropical rainforest tree native to Mexico. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers a warm, humid climate and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade.

Where to Find Trophis mexicana

Trophis mexicana can be found in tropical rainforests in Mexico.

Trophis mexicana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trophis mexicana?

Trophis mexicana

What is the common name of Trophis mexicana?

Mexican Trophis

What is the habitat of Trophis mexicana?

It is found in tropical and subtropical forests

Species in the Moraceae family

Allaeanthus greveanus, Allaeanthus kurzii, Allaeanthus luzonicus, Allaeanthus zeylanicus, Antiaris toxicaria, Antiaropsis decipiens, Antiaropsis uniflora, Artocarpus albobrunneus, Artocarpus altilis, Artocarpus altissimus, Artocarpus anisophyllus, Artocarpus annulatus, Artocarpus avatifolius, Artocarpus blancoi, Artocarpus brevipedunculatus, Artocarpus camansi, Artocarpus chama, Artocarpus corneri, Artocarpus elasticus, Artocarpus excelsus, Artocarpus fulvicortex, Artocarpus glaucus, Artocarpus gomezianus, Artocarpus gongshanensis, Artocarpus heterophyllus, Artocarpus hirsutus, Artocarpus hispidus, Artocarpus horridus, Artocarpus hypargyreus, Artocarpus integer, Artocarpus jarrettiae, Artocarpus kemando, Artocarpus lacucha, Artocarpus lanceifolius, Artocarpus longifolius, Artocarpus lowii, Artocarpus mariannensis, Artocarpus multifidus, Artocarpus nanchuanensis, Artocarpus nigrifolius, Artocarpus nitidus, Artocarpus nobilis, Artocarpus obtusus, Artocarpus odoratissimus, Artocarpus palembanicus, Artocarpus petelotii, Artocarpus pinnatisectus, Artocarpus pithecogallus, Artocarpus primackii, Artocarpus reticulatus,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2516058: Based on the initial data import
Frederik Liebmann (1813-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Liebm.' in the authors string.
Édouard Bureau (1830-1918): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bureau' in the authors string.