Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Species:
cubense
ID:
557552

Status:
valid

Authors:
Urb.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1924

Citation Micro:
Symb. Antill. 9: 222 (1924)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000556884

Common Names

  • Auerodendron cubense
  • Cuban Auerodendron
  • Cuban False Foxglove

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Synonyms

  • Reynosia excisa Urb. [unknown]
  • Rhamnidium cubense Britton [unknown]
  • Rhamnidium cubensis Britton & P.Wilson [unknown]

Description

Auerodendron cubense (also called Cuban Auerodendron, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Burseraceae. It is native to Cuba and grows in moist forests.

Uses & Benefits

Auerodendron cubense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock. It is also used in erosion control and as a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Auerodendron cubense has small yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Auerodendron cubense can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide adequate light.

Where to Find Auerodendron cubense

Auerodendron cubense can be found in the Caribbean region.

Auerodendron cubense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Auerodendron cubense?

Auerodendron cubense

What is the common name of Auerodendron cubense?

Cuban Auerodendron

What is the natural habitat of Auerodendron cubense?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

Species in the Rhamnaceae family

Adolphia californica, Adolphia infesta, Alphitonia pomaderroides, Alphitonia carolinensis, Alphitonia excelsa, Alphitonia ferruginea, Alphitonia franguloides, Alphitonia incana, Alphitonia macrocarpa, Alphitonia marquesensis, Alphitonia neocaledonica, Alphitonia petriei, Alphitonia philippinensis, Alphitonia ponderosa, Alphitonia whitei, Alphitonia zizyphoides, Alphitonia oblata, Alvimiantha tricamerata, Ampelozizyphus guaquirensis, Ampelozizyphus amazonicus, Ampelozizyphus kuripacorum, Araracuara vetusta, Auerodendron acuminatum, Auerodendron acunae, Auerodendron cubense, Auerodendron glaucescens, Auerodendron jamaicense, Auerodendron martii, Auerodendron northropianum, Auerodendron pauciflorum, Auerodendron reticulatum, Auerodendron truncatum, Bathiorhamnus capuronii, Bathiorhamnus dentatus, Bathiorhamnus macrocarpus, Bathiorhamnus reticulatus, Bathiorhamnus vohemarensis, Bathiorhamnus cryptophorus, Bathiorhamnus louvelii, Berchemia annamensis, Berchemia arisanensis, Berchemia barbigera, Berchemia brachycarpa, Berchemia burmanniana, Berchemia cinerascens, Berchemia compressicarpa, Berchemia discolor, Berchemia edgeworthii, Berchemia elmeri, Berchemia flavescens,

References