Status:
valid
Authors:
Lundell
Source:
tro
Year:
1984
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 56: 140 (1984)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001292714
Common Names
- Few-flowered Quetzalia
- Quetzalia pauciflora
- Few-flowered Quetzalia Plant
Description
Quetzalia pauciflora (also called Pauciflora, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Central America. It has an upright growth habit with dark green, oval-shaped leaves and small white flowers. It is found in dry, rocky areas and is drought tolerant.
Uses & Benefits
Quetzalia pauciflora is an ornamental plant used in gardens and parks. It has a moderate growth rate and can be used as a hedge or a screen. It is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Quetzalia pauciflora flower is small and yellow-green, with four petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Quetzalia pauciflora is a fast-growing evergreen shrub that can reach up to 6 feet tall. It is native to Mexico and Central America and is hardy in USDA zones 9-11. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept at a temperature of 70-75°F. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood in the summer and rooted in a warm, moist environment.
Where to Find Quetzalia pauciflora
Quetzalia pauciflora is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Hidalgo, Puebla, and Veracruz.
Quetzalia pauciflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Quetzalia pauciflora?
Quetzalia pauciflora
What is the common name of Quetzalia pauciflora?
Pauciflora
What is the natural habitat of Quetzalia pauciflora?
Tropical and subtropical dry forests
Species in the Quetzalia genus
Species in the Celastraceae family
Acanthothamnus aphyllus,
Allocassine laurifolia,
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,