Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
venezuelense
ID:
869454

Status:
valid

Authors:
Moldenke

Source:
wcs

Year:
1934

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 37: 237 (1934)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000868789



Common Names

  • Venezuelan Citharexylum
  • Venezuelan Fiddlewood
  • Venezuelan Vitex


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Description

Citharexylum venezuelense (also called Venezuelan Fiddlewood, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree species native to Venezuela. It has a spreading habit with glossy, dark green leaves and small, fragrant white flowers. It is found in a variety of habitats, from forests to open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Citharexylum venezuelense is used as an ornamental plant and as a source of food for wildlife. It is also used to provide habitat for birds and other animals.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Citharexylum venezuelense is a small, yellow-green flower with a long, thin stem. The seed is a small, dark brown seed with a pointed tip. The seedlings are thin and light green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Citharexylum venezuelense is a shrub that grows in dry, sunny areas. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soils and can tolerate drought. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade.

Where to Find Citharexylum venezuelense

Citharexylum venezuelense can be found in dry grasslands and steppes of Central Asia, from Kazakhstan to Iran.

Citharexylum venezuelense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Citharexylum venezuelense?

Citharexylum venezuelense

What is the common name of Citharexylum venezuelense?

Venezuelan Fiddlewood

What is the natural habitat of Citharexylum venezuelense?

Tropical forests

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

Harold Norman Moldenke (1909-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Moldenke' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:59557-2: 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].