Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Species:
leiocarpa
ID:
681475

Status:
valid

Authors:
Engl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1878

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 12(2): 145 (1878)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000680808



Common Names

  • Kallunkiae Esenbeckia
  • Leiocarpa Esenbeckia
  • Macrantha Esenbeckia


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Description

Esenbeckia leiocarpa (also called Smooth-fruited Esenbeckia, among many other common names) is a small shrub with a height of up to 1 m. It is native to the south-western United States and northern Mexico. It grows in rocky, sandy soils and is found in desert scrub, grassland, and oak woodland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Esenbeckia leiocarpa 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 leiocarpa has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Esenbeckia leiocarpa is a small, perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It is easy to cultivate and propagate from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It blooms in late spring and early summer, producing yellow or white flowers.

Where to Find Esenbeckia leiocarpa

Esenbeckia leiocarpa can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America, Central America, and the Caribbean.

Esenbeckia leiocarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Esenbeckia leiocarpa?

Esenbeckia leiocarpa

What are the common names of Esenbeckia leiocarpa?

Smooth esenbeckia

What is the natural habitat of Esenbeckia leiocarpa?

Dry forests and scrublands of Mexico

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,

References