Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
fimbriata
ID:
590644

Status:
valid

Authors:
Tul. & Wedd.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1849

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 3, 11: 108 (1849)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000589976

Common Names

  • Castelnavia fimbriata
  • Fringed Castelnavia
  • Fringed Castelnav

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Description

Castelnavia fimbriata (also called Fringed Castelnavia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Mexico and Central America. It has a rounded crown and can reach up to 5 meters in height. It grows in dry forests, scrublands, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Castelnavia fimbriata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Castelnavia fimbriata has small, yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have long, thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Castelnavia fimbriata is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 m tall. It is native to Mexico and Central America. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, sunny location in well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and moderate water.

Where to Find Castelnavia fimbriata

Castelnavia fimbriata can be found in Mexico and Central America.

Castelnavia fimbriata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Castelnavia fimbriata?

Castelnavia fimbriata

What is the common name of Castelnavia fimbriata?

Fringed Castelnavia

What is the natural habitat of Castelnavia fimbriata?

Dry, rocky hillsides and open woodlands

Species in the Podostemaceae family

Angolaea fluitans, Apinagia aripecuruensis, Apinagia arminensis, Apinagia batrachifolia, Apinagia boliviana, Apinagia brevicaulis, Apinagia crispa, Apinagia digitata, Apinagia dissecta, Apinagia divaricata, Apinagia fimbrifolia, Apinagia flexuosa, Apinagia fluitans, Apinagia fucoides, Apinagia gardneriana, Apinagia glaziovii, Apinagia goejei, Apinagia guairaensis, Apinagia guyanensis, Apinagia hulkiana, Apinagia itanensis, Apinagia kochii, Apinagia latifolia, Apinagia leptophylla, Apinagia longifolia, Apinagia marowynensis, Apinagia membranacea, Apinagia minor, Apinagia multibranchiata, Apinagia parvifolia, Apinagia petiolata, Apinagia platystigma, Apinagia pusilla, Apinagia rangiferina, Apinagia richardiana, Apinagia ruppioides, Apinagia spruceana, Apinagia staheliana, Apinagia surumuensis, Apinagia tenuifolia, Apinagia treslingiana, Apinagia versteegiana, Apinagia brejoagrestinensis, Autana andersonii, Castelnavia noveloi, Castelnavia cuneifolia, Castelnavia fimbriata, Castelnavia fluitans, Castelnavia lindmaniana, Castelnavia monandra,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2704799: Based on the initial data import
Hugh Algernon Weddell (1819-1877): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wedd.' in the authors string.
Edmond Tulasne (1815-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tul.' in the authors string.