Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fagales
Genus:
Species:
costaricensis
ID:
526447

Status:
valid

Authors:
Standl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1927

Citation Micro:
J. Washington Acad. Sci. 17: 78 (1927)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000525779

Common Names

  • Alfaroa costaricensis
  • Costaricensis Alfaroa
  • Costaricensis Tree

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Synonyms

  • Alfaroa costaricensis elongata W.E.Manning [unknown]
  • Alfaroa costaricensis costaricensis [unknown]

Description

Alfaroa costaricensis (also called 'Costa Rican Alfaroa', among many other common names) is a small evergreen tree that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to Central America and grows in tropical forests. The leaves are pinnate and the flowers are yellow with red spots.

Uses & Benefits

Alfaroa costaricensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an ingredient in traditional medicines. It is also used to treat skin diseases, wounds, and other ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Alfaroa costaricensis sub. septentrionalis D.E.Stone

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Alfaroa costaricensis has white flowers with yellowish centers. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and have small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Alfaroa costaricensis is a shrub native to Central America. It can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. It prefers a well-draining, humus-rich soil and partial shade. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized monthly with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Alfaroa costaricensis

Alfaroa costaricensis can be found in Costa Rica.

Alfaroa costaricensis FAQ

What are the common names of Alfaroa costaricensis?

Costa Rican alfaroa, costa rican alfaroa, and costa rican alfaroa

What is the growth rate of Alfaroa costaricensis?

Moderate

What is the maximum height of Alfaroa costaricensis?

Up to 20 feet

Species in the Juglandaceae family

Alfaroa costaricensis, Alfaroa guanacastensis, Alfaroa guatemalensis, Alfaroa hondurensis, Alfaroa manningii, Alfaroa mexicana, Alfaroa williamsii, Carya alba, Carya aquatica, Carya brownii, Carya cathayensis, Carya collina, Carya cordiformis, Carya demareei, Carya dunbarii, Carya floridana, Carya glabra, Carya hunanensis, Carya illinoinensis, Carya kweichowensis, Carya laciniosa, Carya laneyi, Carya lecontei, Carya ludoviciana, Carya myristiciformis, Carya nussbaumeri, Carya ovata, Carya pallida, Carya palmeri, Carya poilanei, Carya schneckii, Carya sinensis, Carya texana, Carya tonkinensis, Cyclocarya paliurus, Engelhardia roxburghiana, Engelhardia apoensis, Engelhardia apoensis, Engelhardia danumensis, Engelhardia hainanensis, Engelhardia kinabaluensis, Engelhardia mendalomensis, Engelhardia mersingensis, Engelhardia mollis, Engelhardia rigida, Engelhardia roxburghiana, Engelhardia serrata, Engelhardia spicata, Engelhardia unijuga, Juglans avellana,

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