Neosprucea wilburiana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
wilburiana
ID:
1274712
Status:
valid
Authors:
M.H.Alford
Source:
tro
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. Monogr. 85: 52 (2008)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001274050
Common Names
- Neosprucea wilburiana
- Wilburiana Neosprucea
- Wilburiana Neosprucea Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Neosprucea wilburiana (also called Wilbur's Neosprucea, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the Andes Mountains in South America. It has leathery, glossy green leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, shady habitats, such as rainforest edges and riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Neosprucea wilburiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscape designs. It is also used in erosion control and to provide shade and shelter.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Neosprucea wilburiana has small, white, bell-shaped flowers that grow in clusters and have a sweet, honey-like scent. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and green, with long, thin stems.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Neosprucea wilburiana is an evergreen tree that can reach up to 15 m in height. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a well-drained potting mix. Keep the cuttings moist and in a warm, bright spot until they have rooted.
Where to Find Neosprucea wilburiana
Neosprucea wilburiana is found in the Caribbean, in Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands.
Neosprucea wilburiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Neosprucea wilburiana?
Neosprucea wilburiana
What type of plant is Neosprucea wilburiana?
It is a shrub.
Where is Neosprucea wilburiana found?
It is found in Mexico.
Species in the Neosprucea genus
Species in the Salicaceae family
Abatia angeliana, Abatia americana, Abatia canescens, Abatia glabra, Abatia mexicana, Abatia microphylla, Abatia parviflora, Abatia rugosa, Abatia spicata, Abatia stellata, Azara alpina, Azara celastrina, Azara dentata, Azara integrifolia, Azara intermedia, Azara lanceolata, Azara microphylla, Azara petiolaris, Azara salicifolia, Azara serrata, Azara uruguayensis, Banara acunae, Banara arguta, Banara axilliflora, Banara boliviana, Banara brasiliensis, Banara brittonii, Banara caymanensis, Banara cordifolia, Banara domingensis, Banara excisa, Banara glauca, Banara guianensis, Banara ibaguensis, Banara larensis, Banara leptophylla, Banara minutiflora, Banara nitida, Banara orinocensis, Banara parviflora, Banara portoricensis, Banara quinquenervis, Banara regia, Banara riparia, Banara riscoi, Banara saxicola, Banara selleana, Banara serrata, Banara splendens, Banara tomentosa,
References
Mac Haverson Alford (b.1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.H.Alford' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77095517-1: Based on the initial data import