Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
reticulatum
ID:
868856

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kunth

Source:
wcs

Year:
1818

Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Sp. 2: 257 (1818)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000868191



Common Names

  • Citharexylum reticulatum
  • Reticulatum Fiddlewood
  • Reticulate Fiddlewood


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Description

Citharexylum reticulatum (also called Netted Fiddlewood, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree that is native to South America. It has a rounded growth habit and grows to a height of up to 8 meters. It prefers moist soils and is often found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Citharexylum reticulatum is a popular ornamental plant, often grown in gardens and parks. It has attractive foliage and flowers, and can be used as a hedge or border plant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Citharexylum reticulatum is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, shrubby plant with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Citharexylum reticulatum can be propagated by seed, cuttings, or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a light, sandy soil. Division can be done in spring or fall. The plant should be divided into several sections and replanted in a well-drained, sandy soil.

Where to Find Citharexylum reticulatum

Citharexylum reticulatum is found in the Caribbean, Central America, and South America.

Citharexylum reticulatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Citharexylum reticulatum?

Citharexylum reticulatum

What is the common name of Citharexylum reticulatum?

Reticulatum fiddlewood

What is the growth habit of Citharexylum reticulatum?

It is an evergreen shrub or small tree

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

Carl Sigismund Kunth (1788-1850): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kunth' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:861844-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].