Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Family:
Species:
urceolatum
ID:
750119

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.Ulloa, Nickrent, Whitef. & D.L.Kelly

Source:
ksu

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 97: 459 (2010)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000749452



Common Names

  • Hondurodendron Urceolatum
  • Urceolate Hondurodendron
  • Hondurodendron Urceolate


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Description

Hondurodendron urceolatum (also called Urceolate Hondurodendron, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Meliaceae. It is native to tropical America and is found in moist forests and woodlands. It is a small tree, typically reaching heights of up to 10 meters. Its leaves are glossy and dark green, and its flowers are small and yellow.

Uses & Benefits

Hondurodendron urceolatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its medicinal properties. It is also used as a food source for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hondurodendron urceolatum has small, yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have two opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hondurodendron urceolatum is a shrub or small tree native to tropical regions. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and rooted in a light, well-drained soil in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Hondurodendron urceolatum

Hondurodendron urceolatum can be found in Central America, from Mexico to Costa Rica.

Hondurodendron urceolatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hondurodendron urceolatum?

Hondurodendron urceolatum

What is the common name of Hondurodendron urceolatum?

Urceolatum Tree

What is the natural habitat of Hondurodendron urceolatum?

Tropical moist forests of Central America

Species in the Hondurodendron genus

Species in the Olacaceae family

Anacolosa casearioides, Anacolosa cauliflora, Anacolosa clarkii, Anacolosa crassipes, Anacolosa densiflora, Anacolosa frutescens, Anacolosa glochidiiformis, Anacolosa griffithii, Anacolosa ilicoides, Anacolosa insularis, Anacolosa lutea, Anacolosa papuana, Anacolosa pervilleana, Anacolosa poilanei, Anacolosa uncifera, Aptandra caudata, Aptandra liriosmoides, Aptandra tubicina, Aptandra zenkeri, Brachynema axillare, Brachynema ramiflorum, Cathedra acuminata, Cathedra bahiensis, Cathedra grandiflora, Cathedra paraensis, Cathedra rubricaulis, Chaunochiton angustifolium, Chaunochiton kappleri, Chaunochiton loranthoides, Coula edulis, Curupira tefeensis, Diogoa retivenia, Diogoa zenkeri, Douradoa consimilis, Engomegoma gordonii, Erythropalum scandens, Harmandia mekongensis, Heisteria acuminata, Heisteria amazonica, Heisteria asplundii, Heisteria barbata, Heisteria blanchetiana, Heisteria citrifolia, Heisteria coccinea, Heisteria concinna, Heisteria costaricensis, Heisteria cyathiformis, Heisteria densifrons, Heisteria duckei, Heisteria insculpta,

References

María del Carmen Ulloa Ulloa (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Ulloa' in the authors string.
Daniel L. Nickrent (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nickrent' in the authors string.
Caroline Whitefoord (b.1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Whitef.' in the authors string.
Daniel L. Kelly: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.L.Kelly' in the authors string.