Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
faraloatra
ID:
615902

Status:
valid

Authors:
(H.Perrier) Capuron

Source:
cmp

Year:
1966

Citation Micro:
Adansonia , n.s., 6: 130 (1966)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000615234

Common Names

  • Faraloatra Colubrina
  • Faraloatra Snakewood
  • Colubrina Faraloatra

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Synonyms

  • Macrorhamnus faraloatra H.Perrier [unknown]
  • Colubrina faraloatra glabrescens (H.Perrier) Capuron [unknown]
  • Macrorhamnus faraloatra glabrescens (H.Perrier) H.Perrier [unknown]
  • Macrorhamnus faraloatra glabrescens H.Perrier [unknown]
  • Colubrina faraloatra faraloatra [unknown]
  • Colubrina faraloatra faraloatra [unknown]

Description

Colubrina faraloatra (also called Faraloatra colubrina, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub that is native to the Caribbean and Central America. It typically grows to a height of 2-3 feet and has leathery, oval-shaped leaves with a velvety texture. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Colubrina faraloatra is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Colubrina faraloatra var. sinuata (H.Perrier) M.C.Johnst.
Colubrina faraloatra var. trichocarpa (Capuron) M.C.Johnst.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Colubrina faraloatra has small, yellow flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have thin, green stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Colubrina faraloatra is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and placed in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Colubrina faraloatra

Colubrina faraloatra can be found in the Caribbean, Central America, and South America.

Colubrina faraloatra FAQ

What is the scientific name of Colubrina faraloatra?

Colubrina faraloatra

What is the common name of Colubrina faraloatra?

Faraloatra colubrina

What is the family of Colubrina faraloatra?

Rhamnaceae

Species in the Colubrina genus

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2731481: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Marie Henry Alfred Perrier de la Bâthie (1873-1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Perrier' in the authors string.
René Paul Raymond Capuron (1921-1971): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Capuron' in the authors string.