Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
spinosum
ID:
869133

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 625 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000868468



Common Names

  • Spinosum Fiddlewood
  • Citharexylum spinosum
  • Fiddlewood


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Description

Citharexylum spinosum (also called Fiddlewood, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to the Caribbean and Central America. It has long, thin leaves and grows in dense clusters. It is commonly found in tropical forests, mangroves, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Citharexylum spinosum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for erosion control and as a soil stabilizer. The plant is also used as a food source for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Citharexylum spinosum is a small, yellowish-green spikelet, with a single floret. The seed is a small, dark brown grain, and the seedlings are thin and wiry.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Citharexylum spinosum is a warm-season shrub that is easy to grow and propagate. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soils. It can be propagated by seed, division, or cuttings. Seeds should be planted in the spring in well-prepared soil. Division can be done in the spring or fall. Cuttings should be taken in the spring and planted in moist soil.

Where to Find Citharexylum spinosum

Citharexylum spinosum can be found in dry areas of the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Italy, Greece, and North Africa.

Citharexylum spinosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Citharexylum spinosum?

Citharexylum spinosum

What is the common name of Citharexylum spinosum?

Fiddlewood

What is the family of Citharexylum spinosum?

Verbenaceae

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:322339-2: 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].