Xylia schliebenii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Harms
Source:
ildis
Year:
1936
Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Bot. Gart. Berlin-Dahlem13: 413 (1936)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000171985
Common Names
- Schlieben's Xylia
- Schlieben's Xylia Flower
- Schlieben's Xylia Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Xylia schliebenii (also called Schlieben's Xylia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the Caribbean and Central America. It typically grows in dry forests and savannas, and can reach up to 3 meters in height.
Uses & Benefits
Xylia schliebenii is used as a source of timber for furniture and construction. It is also used as a source of food for livestock and as a source of nectar for bees and other pollinators.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Xylia schliebenii is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green plant with a single stem and a few leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Xylia schliebenii is a perennial plant native to the United States. It is found in dry, open woods, prairies, and savannas. It is easy to propagate from seed, and can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained soils and can tolerate drought. It can be propagated by division in the spring or fall.
Where to Find Xylia schliebenii
Xylia schliebenii can be found in the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.
Xylia schliebenii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Xylia schliebenii?
Xylia schliebenii
What is the common name of Xylia schliebenii?
Schlieben's xylia
What is the natural habitat of Xylia schliebenii?
It is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico
Species in the Xylia genus
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Hermann Harms (1870-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harms' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Xylia schliebenii Harms: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.