Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
shrevei
ID:
832835

Status:
valid

Authors:
Standl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1937

Citation Micro:
Publ. Field Mus. Nat. Hist., Bot. Ser. 17: 205 (1937)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000832170



Common Names

  • Forestiera shrevei
  • Shreve's Forestiera
  • Shreve's Privet


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Description

Forestiera shrevei (also called Shreve's Forestiera, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 m tall. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, tropical and subtropical moist montane forests, and tropical and subtropical dry shrubland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Forestiera shrevei is used for erosion control, as a windbreak, and as an ornamental plant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating coughs and colds, and for its edible fruit.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Forestiera shrevei is small and white with four petals. The seed is a small, dry, dark brown nut. The seedling is a small, thin, green stem with two small, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Forestiera shrevei is a perennial shrub native to the United States. It can be propagated from seed or by cuttings. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It should be planted in spring or fall and should be watered regularly. Fertilize in spring and summer with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Forestiera shrevei

Forestiera shrevei can be found in the southwestern United States, from California to Texas and north to Utah and Colorado.

Forestiera shrevei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Forestiera shrevei?

Forestiera shrevei

What is the common name of Forestiera shrevei?

Shreve's privet

What is the natural habitat of Forestiera shrevei?

Woodlands, scrub and hedgerows

Species in the Oleaceae family

Abeliophyllum distichum, Cartrema floridana, Cartrema scortechinii, Cartrema sumatrana, Cartrema americana, Chionanthus greenii, Chionanthus colonchensis, Chionanthus macrothyrsus, Chionanthus acunae, Chionanthus adamsii, Chionanthus albidiflorus, Chionanthus amblirrhinus, Chionanthus avilensis, Chionanthus axillaris, Chionanthus axilliflorus, Chionanthus bakeri, Chionanthus balgooyanus, Chionanthus beccarii, Chionanthus brachystachys, Chionanthus brassii, Chionanthus bumelioides, Chionanthus callophylloides, Chionanthus callophyllus, Chionanthus caudifolius, Chionanthus caymanensis, Chionanthus celebicus, Chionanthus clementis, Chionanthus compactus, Chionanthus cordulatus, Chionanthus coriaceus, Chionanthus crassifolius, Chionanthus crispus, Chionanthus curvicarpus, Chionanthus cuspidatus, Chionanthus decipiens, Chionanthus densiflorus, Chionanthus dictyophyllus, Chionanthus diversifolius, Chionanthus domingensis, Chionanthus dussii, Chionanthus ellipticus, Chionanthus enervis, Chionanthus eriorachis, Chionanthus evenius, Chionanthus ferrugineus, Chionanthus filiformis, Chionanthus fluminensis, Chionanthus gigas, Chionanthus globosus, Chionanthus glomeratus,

References

Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:105324-2: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].