Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
xalapensis
ID:
543880

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kunth

Source:
cmp

Year:
1819

Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Sp. 3: 279 (1819)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000543212

Common Names

  • Xalapa Arbutus
  • Xalapa Madrone
  • Xalapa Strawberry Tree

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Synonyms

  • Arbutus densiflora Kunth [valid]
  • Arbutus densiflora Benth. [valid]
  • Arbutus densiflora petiolaris (Kunth) Loes. [valid]
  • Arbutus donnell-smithii Small [valid]
  • Arbutus floribunda M.Martens & Galeotti [valid]
  • Arbutus glandulosa M.Martens & Galeotti [valid]
  • Arbutus laurifolia Lindl. [valid]
  • Arbutus laurina M.Martens & Galeotti [valid]
  • Arbutus macrophylla M.Martens & Galeotti [valid]
  • Arbutus mollis Kunth [valid]
  • Arbutus paniculata M.Martens & Galeotti [valid]
  • Arbutus peninsularis Rose & Goldman [valid]
  • Arbutus petiolaris Kunth [valid]
  • Arbutus prunifolia Klotzsch [valid]
  • Arbutus rubescens Bertol. [valid]
  • Arbutus texana Buckley [valid]
  • Arbutus varians Benth. [valid]
  • Arbutus villosa Willd. ex Klotzsch [valid]
  • Arbutus xalapensis texana A.Gray [valid]
  • Arbutus xalapensis texana (Buckley) A.E.Murray [valid]
  • Arctostaphylos rubescens (Bertol.) Hemsl. [valid]
  • Comarostaphylis glauca Buckley [valid]
  • Comarostaphylis rubescens (Bertol.) Klotzsch [valid]
  • Arbutus xalapensis pubescens Benth. [valid]

Description

Arbutus xalapensis (also called Xalapa Arbutus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Ericaceae. It is a small evergreen tree or shrub with a spreading crown, growing up to 5 m tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region, from Morocco and Portugal east to Turkey and Syria. It grows in dry, rocky areas, often on limestone soils.

Uses & Benefits

Arbutus xalapensis is used for making furniture, firewood, and tools. It is also used for medicinal purposes, such as treating skin conditions, digestive issues, and respiratory problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Arbutus xalapensis has white flowers, small red-brown seeds and seedlings with reddish-brown bark.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Arbutus xalapensis is an evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and tolerates drought and salt spray. Propagation is usually done by seed, cuttings, or layering.

Where to Find Arbutus xalapensis

Arbutus xalapensis is native to Mexico.

Arbutus xalapensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Arbutus xalapensis?

Arbutus xalapensis

What is the common name of Arbutus xalapensis?

Mexican strawberry tree

What type of plant is Arbutus xalapensis?

Evergreen shrub

Species in the Ericaceae family