Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mexicana
ID:
618463

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltdl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1841

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 15: 471 (1841)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000617795

Common Names

  • Mexicana Condalia
  • Condalia Mexicana
  • Mexicana

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Synonyms

  • Condalia mexicana petalifera M.C.Johnst. [unknown]
  • Condalia mexicana mexicana [unknown]

Description

Condalia mexicana (also called Texas Kidneywood, among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub in the Rhamnaceae family. It is native to the southwestern United States and Mexico, and is found in desert and chaparral habitats. It typically grows to a height of 1-2 m and has small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Condalia mexicana is used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases, as an ornamental plant, and as a source of fuelwood.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Condalia mexicana has white to pink flowers with four petals. Seed: The seeds are small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Condalia mexicana is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 6 feet in height. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and prefers full sun to partial shade. Propagation is best done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil.

Where to Find Condalia mexicana

Condalia mexicana is native to Mexico and Central America and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions.

Condalia mexicana FAQ

What is the common name of Condalia mexicana?

Mexican Condalia

What is the natural habitat of Condalia mexicana?

Dry forests, scrublands, and woodlands

What is the average height of Condalia mexicana?

2-4 m

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,