Citharexylum mendocinum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mendocinum
ID:
1238610
Status:
valid
Authors:
Phil.
Source:
tro
Year:
1870
Citation Micro:
Sert. Mendoc. Alt. 193 1870
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001237948
Common Names
- Citharexylum mendocinum
- Mendoza Fiddlewood
- Fiddlewood
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Citharexylum mendocinum (also called Mendocino Fiddlewood, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Central and South America. It has small, white flowers and leathery leaves. It grows in tropical forests and dry scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Citharexylum mendocinum is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Citharexylum mendocinum are small, white and tubular. They are borne in clusters on the end of a long stem. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Citharexylum mendocinum is a shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It is easy to cultivate and propagate from cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Citharexylum mendocinum
Citharexylum mendocinum is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky habitats.
Citharexylum mendocinum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Citharexylum mendocinum?
Citharexylum mendocinum
What is the common name of Citharexylum mendocinum?
Mendocino Fiddlewood
What is the natural habitat of Citharexylum mendocinum?
It is found in dry, sunny areas in temperate regions
Species in the Citharexylum genus
Citharexylum danirae, Citharexylum affine, Citharexylum alainii, Citharexylum altamiranum, Citharexylum andinum, Citharexylum berlandieri, Citharexylum bourgeauanum, Citharexylum brachyanthum, Citharexylum calvum, Citharexylum caudatum, Citharexylum cooperi, Citharexylum costaricense, Citharexylum crassifolium, Citharexylum decorum, Citharexylum dentatum, Citharexylum discolor, Citharexylum donnell-smithii, Citharexylum ekmanii, Citharexylum ellipticum, Citharexylum endlichii, Citharexylum flabellifolium, Citharexylum flexuosum, Citharexylum fulgidum, Citharexylum glabrum, Citharexylum guatemalense, Citharexylum herrerae, Citharexylum hexangulare, Citharexylum hidalgense, Citharexylum hintonii, Citharexylum hirtellum, Citharexylum ilicifolium, Citharexylum jamaicense, Citharexylum joergensenii, Citharexylum karstenii, Citharexylum kerberi, Citharexylum kunthianum, Citharexylum laurifolium, Citharexylum leonis, Citharexylum ligustrifolium, Citharexylum lucidum, Citharexylum lycioides, Citharexylum macradenium, Citharexylum macrochlamys, Citharexylum matheanum, Citharexylum matudae, Citharexylum mexicanum, Citharexylum microphyllum, Citharexylum mocinoi, Citharexylum montanum, Citharexylum montevidense,
Species in the Verbenaceae family
Acantholippia seriphioides, Aloysia unifacialis, Aloysia decipiens, Aloysia barbata, Aloysia brasiliensis, Aloysia castellanosii, Aloysia catamarcensis, Aloysia chamaedryfolia, Aloysia chiapensis, Aloysia citrodora, Aloysia crenata, Aloysia densispicata, Aloysia dusenii, Aloysia fiebrigii, Aloysia gentryi, Aloysia gratissima, Aloysia hatschbachii, Aloysia herrerae, Aloysia macrostachya, Aloysia nahuire, Aloysia oblanceolata, Aloysia ovatifolia, Aloysia peruviana, Aloysia polygalifolia, Aloysia polystachya, Aloysia pulchra, Aloysia salviifolia, Aloysia schulziana, Aloysia scorodonioides, Aloysia sonorensis, Aloysia spathulata, Aloysia virgata, Aloysia wrightii, Aloysia velutina, Aloysia cordata, Aloysia arequipensis, Aloysia coalcomana, Aloysia salsoloides, Aloysia deserticola, Aloysia trifida, Aloysia riojana, Aloysia tarapacana, Bouchea agrestis, Bouchea boliviana, Bouchea dissecta, Bouchea notabilis, Bouchea prismatica, Bouchea pseudochascanum, Bouchea rusbyi, Bouchea spathulata,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50097169: Based on the initial data import
Rodolfo Amando Philippi (1808-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Phil.' in the authors string.