Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Vázquez & Cuevas
Source:
tro
Year:
1989
Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Mex. 8: 39 (1989)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001133777
Common Names
- Populus guzmanantlensis
- Guzmanantlensis Poplar
- Mexican Poplar
Description
Populus guzmanantlensis (also called Guzman Poplar, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree, typically growing up to 20 m tall. It is native to Mexico, and is commonly found in moist soils in valleys, along streams, and in other wet areas.
Uses & Benefits
Populus guzmanantlensis is used for making paper, furniture, and other wood products. It is also used as an ornamental tree in landscaping and for providing shade.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Populus guzmanantlensis flowers are small, yellow, and grow in clusters. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a short, thick, and curved beak. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped cotyledons.
Cultivation and Propagation
Populus guzmanantlensis is a deciduous tree that can reach heights of up to 50 feet. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is typically done through cuttings taken in the summer or fall. These should be taken from healthy, disease-free trees and placed in a rooting medium such as sand or perlite. Once rooted, the cuttings can be planted in the ground or in containers.
Where to Find Populus guzmanantlensis
Populus guzmanantlensis is native to Mexico.
Species in the Populus genus
Populus deltoides,
Populus inopina,
Populus euphratica,
Populus fremontii,
Populus canescens,
Populus candicans,
Populus balsamifera,
Populus berolinensis,
Populus brayshawii,
Populus berkarensis,
Populus simonii,
Populus smithii,
Populus suaveolens,
Populus tadshikistanica,
Populus tomentosa,
Populus tremula,
Populus rollandii,
Populus rouleauiana,
Populus trichocarpa,
Populus tremuloides,
Populus odorata,
Populus parryi,
Populus moscoviensis,
Populus nigra,
Populus grandidentata,
Populus hopeiensis,
Populus hinckleyana,
Populus heterophylla,
Populus hastata,
Populus alba,
Populus acuminata,
Populus jackii,
Populus kanjilaliana,
Populus hybrida,
Populus brandegeei,
Populus heimburgeri,
Populus generosa,
Populus angustifolia,
Populus mexicana,
Populus ciliata,
Populus mexicana,
Populus tomentosa,
Populus cathayana,
Populus amurensis,
Populus berolinensis,
Populus cataracti,
Populus glaucicomans,
Populus iliensis,
Populus laurifolia,
Populus macrocarpa,
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
Ramón Cuevas: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuevas' in the authors string.