Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dipsacales
Genus:
Species:
cubense
ID:
421747

Status:
valid

Authors:
Urb.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1922

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 18: 121 (1922)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000421079



Common Names

  • Cuban Viburnum
  • Viburnum Cubense
  • Cuban Wayfaring Tree


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Description

Viburnum cubense (also called 'Viburnum cubense', among many other common names) is a perennial shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to Central America and is found in wet grasslands, scrublands, and rocky slopes. It has a thick stem and large, ovate leaves. The flower heads are pink and have a diameter of up to 3 cm.

Uses & Benefits

Viburnum cubense is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and for wildlife habitat.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Viburnum cubense has small, white flowers that are arranged in a flat-topped inflorescence. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Viburnum cubense is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is best to sow the seeds in spring or early summer, and cuttings can be taken in the spring or fall. The plant can be pruned to maintain its shape and size.

Where to Find Viburnum cubense

Viburnum cubense is native to Cuba. It is found in moist forests and thickets.

Viburnum cubense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Viburnum cubense?

Viburnum cubense

What is the common name of Viburnum cubense?

Cuban Viburnum

What type of plant is Viburnum cubense?

Viburnum cubense is a shrub.

Species in the Viburnum genus

Viburnum fragile, Viburnum floccosum, Viburnum hartwegii, Viburnum griffithianum, Viburnum furcatum, Viburnum garrettii, Viburnum glabratum, Viburnum glaberrimum, Viburnum cubense, Viburnum cornifolium, Viburnum clemensiae, Viburnum colebrookeanum, Viburnum costaricanum, Viburnum cornutidens, Viburnum corymbosum, Viburnum edule, Viburnum macdougallii, Viburnum molle, Viburnum junghuhnii, Viburnum jucundum, Viburnum hispidulum, Viburnum lautum, Viburnum lehmannii, Viburnum lantana, Viburnum carlesii, Viburnum boninsimense, Viburnum brachyandrum, Viburnum albopedunculatum, Viburnum alpinum, Viburnum amplificatum, Viburnum beccarii, Viburnum blandum, Viburnum annamensis, Viburnum arboreum, Viburnum antioquiense, Viburnum rugosum, Viburnum sambucinum, Viburnum sargentii, Viburnum subsessile, Viburnum suratense, Viburnum suspensum, Viburnum stellato-tomentosum, Viburnum opulus, Viburnum orientale, Viburnum phlebotrichum, Viburnum queremalense, Viburnum platyphyllum, Viburnum undulatum, Viburnum tricostatum, Viburnum tinus,

Species in the Viburnaceae family

Adoxa moschatellina, Adoxa omeiensis, Adoxa xizangensis, Adoxa corydalifolia, Sambucus sibirica, Sambucus nigra, Sambucus mexicana, Sambucus lanceolata, Sambucus kamtschatica, Sambucus pendula, Sambucus racemosa, Sambucus palmensis, Sambucus canadensis, Sambucus africana, Sambucus gaudichaudiana, Sambucus ebulus, Sambucus strumpfii, Sambucus tigranii, Sambucus sieboldiana, Sambucus wightiana, Sambucus australasica, Sambucus javanica, Sambucus cerulea, Sambucus peruviana, Sambucus williamsii, Sambucus australis, Sambucus adnata, Viburnum fragile, Viburnum floccosum, Viburnum hartwegii, Viburnum griffithianum, Viburnum furcatum, Viburnum garrettii, Viburnum glabratum, Viburnum glaberrimum, Viburnum cubense, Viburnum cornifolium, Viburnum clemensiae, Viburnum colebrookeanum, Viburnum costaricanum, Viburnum cornutidens, Viburnum corymbosum, Viburnum edule, Viburnum macdougallii, Viburnum molle, Viburnum junghuhnii, Viburnum jucundum, Viburnum hispidulum, Viburnum lautum, Viburnum lehmannii,