Status:
valid
Authors:
Triana & Planch.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1872
Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 5, 14: 306 (1872)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000680764
Common Names
- Esenbeckia alata
- Winged esenbeckia
- Winged rue tree
Synonyms
- Kuala alata H.Karst. & Triana [unknown]
- Kuala laevis H.Karst. & Triana [unknown]
- Esenbeckia alata laevis (H.Karst. & Triana) Triana & Planch. [unknown]
Description
Esenbeckia alata (also called 'Winged Esenbeckia', among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to Mexico, Guatemala, El Salvador, and Honduras. It typically grows in dry tropical forests and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Esenbeckia alata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Esenbeckia alata has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Esenbeckia alata can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season.
Where to Find Esenbeckia alata
Esenbeckia alata is native to Mexico.
Esenbeckia alata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Esenbeckia alata?
Esenbeckia alata
What is the common name of Esenbeckia alata?
Alata
What is the family of Esenbeckia alata?
Rutaceae
Species in the Esenbeckia genus
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,