Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Species:
pentaphylla
ID:
681488

Status:
valid

Authors:
Griseb.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1859

Citation Micro:
Fl. Brit. W. I. : 135 (1859)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000680821



Common Names

  • Esenbeckia Pentaphylla
  • Pentaphylla Esenbeckia
  • Esenbeckia Bush


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Synonyms

  • Galipea pentaphylla Macfad. [unknown]
  • Esenbeckia pentaphylla pentaphylla [unknown]

Description

Esenbeckia pentaphylla (also called Five-leaved 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 pentaphylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Esenbeckia pentaphylla sub. belizensis (Lundell) Kaastra

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Esenbeckia pentaphylla is a white or yellowish-green corolla with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, thin stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Esenbeckia pentaphylla is a small, shrubby tree that grows up to 5 m tall. It is native to Central and South America. It prefers a warm, humid climate and well-draining soil. Propagation is done by seed or by cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist soil mix and kept warm and moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Esenbeckia pentaphylla

Esenbeckia pentaphylla is native to Central and South America.

Esenbeckia pentaphylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Esenbeckia pentaphylla?

Esenbeckia pentaphylla

What are the common names of Esenbeckia pentaphylla?

Five-leaved esenbeckia

What is the natural habitat of Esenbeckia pentaphylla?

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