Status:
valid
Authors:
(Standl. & Steyerm.) Lundell
Source:
cmp
Year:
1970
Citation Micro:
Wrightia 4: 138 (1970)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000733423
Common Names
- Quetzalia ilicina
- Ilicina Quetzalia
- Ilicina
Synonyms
- Microtropis ilicina Standl. & Steyerm. [unknown]
Description
Quetzalia ilicina (also called Ilicina Quetzalia, among many other common names) is a small tree native to Mexico. It has a dense, rounded crown and grows up to 10 meters tall. Its bark is smooth and gray, and its leaves are alternate, oblong-lanceolate, and bright green. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Quetzalia ilicina is used for its edible fruits and as an ornamental plant. It is also used to treat fever, headaches, and digestive problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Quetzalia ilicina are white, with four petals. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and spindly, with small, round leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Quetzalia ilicina is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 4 meters in height. It is native to tropical Africa, and is hardy to USDA zones 10-11. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer and cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall.
Where to Find Quetzalia ilicina
Quetzalia ilicina is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America.
Quetzalia ilicina FAQ
What is the scientific name of Quetzalia ilicina?
Quetzalia ilicina
What is the common name of Quetzalia ilicina?
Ilicina Quetzalia
What is the natural habitat of Quetzalia ilicina?
It is native to Central America
Species in the Quetzalia genus
Species in the Celastraceae family
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Anthodon decussatus,
Anthodon panamense,
Apatophyllum constablei,
Apatophyllum flavovirens,
Apatophyllum macgillivrayi,
Apatophyllum olsenii,
Apatophyllum teretifolium,
Apodostigma pallens,
Arnicratea cambodiana,
Arnicratea ferruginea,
Bequaertia mucronata,
Brassiantha pentamera,
Brassiantha hedraiantheroides,
Brexia alaticarpa,
Brexia australis,
Brexia madagascariensis,
Brexia marioniae,
Brexiella cymosa,
Brexiella ilicifolia,
Campylostemon angolense,
Campylostemon bequaertii,
Campylostemon danckelmannianus,
Campylostemon laurentii,
Campylostemon lindequistianus,
Campylostemon mitophorus,
Campylostemon warneckeanum,
Canotia holacantha,
Canotia wendtii,
Cassine albens,
Cassine balae,
Cassine burkeana,
Cassine congylos,
Cassine grossa,
Cassine kedarnathii,
Cassine koordersii,
Cassine megaphylla,
Cassine micrantha,
Cassine obiensis,
Cassine parvifolia,
Cassine peragua,
Cassine kamurensis,
Catha edulis,
Celastrus aculeatus,
Celastrus angulata,
Celastrus australis,
Celastrus caseariifolius,
Celastrus cuneatus,
Celastrus flagellaris,