Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
watsonii
ID:
589693

Status:
valid

Authors:
Engl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1896

Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. 3(4): 178 (1896)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000589025



Common Names

  • Casimiroa watsonii
  • Watson's Casimiroa
  • Casimiroa watsonii var. watsonii


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Description

Casimiroa watsonii (also called the Watson's Casimiroa, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rutaceae. It is a woody shrub or small tree with white flowers. It is native to Mexico and Central America, and is found in dry forests, scrub, and rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Casimiroa watsonii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its fruits are edible and have a sweet, tart flavor. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Casimiroa watsonii flower is white and has five petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Casimiroa watsonii is a fast-growing, evergreen tree with a rounded crown and a spreading canopy. It is best grown in well-drained, sandy soil in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is done by seed or by cuttings.

Where to Find Casimiroa watsonii

Casimiroa watsonii is native to Mexico and can be found in dry, rocky areas at elevations of 1,000-2,000 meters.

Casimiroa watsonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Casimiroa watsonii?

Casimiroa watsonii

What is the common name of Casimiroa watsonii?

Watson's Casimiroa

What type of plant is Casimiroa watsonii?

Perennial tree

Species in the Rutaceae family

Acmadenia alternifolia, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia baileyensis, Acmadenia bodkinii, Acmadenia burchellii, Acmadenia candida, Acmadenia densifolia, Acmadenia faucitincta, Acmadenia flaccida, Acmadenia fruticosa, Acmadenia gracilis, Acmadenia heterophylla, Acmadenia kiwanensis, Acmadenia latifolia, Acmadenia laxa, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia macropetala, Acmadenia maculata, Acmadenia matroosbergensis, Acmadenia mundiana, Acmadenia nivea, Acmadenia nivenii, Acmadenia obtusata, Acmadenia patentifolia, Acmadenia rourkeana, Acmadenia rupicola, Acmadenia sheilae, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia tetracarpellata, Acmadenia tetragona, Acmadenia trigona, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia wittebergensis, Acradenia euodiiformis, Acradenia frankliniae, Acronychia richards-beehleri, Acronychia aberrans, Acronychia acidula, Acronychia acronychioides, Acronychia acuminata, Acronychia arfakensis, Acronychia baeuerlenii, Acronychia brassii, Acronychia carrii, Acronychia cartilaginea, Acronychia chooreechillum,

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