Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
chimalapensis
ID:
1326340

Status:
valid

Authors:
(R.Fernández) A.Pool

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Novon 22: 451 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001338794


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Description

Frangula chimalapensis (also called Chimalapa buckthorn, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree up to 5 m tall. It is native to Central and South America. It grows in moist forests, usually on hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Frangula chimalapensis is a popular ornamental plant and is often used as a decorative element in gardens. It is also used to purify the air and reduce the amount of toxins in the environment.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Frangula chimalapensis is a small white or yellowish-white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nut-like structure. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Frangula chimalapensis is a deciduous shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or by layering. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°F (-29°C). It can be pruned to shape and can be grown in containers.

Where to Find Frangula chimalapensis

Frangula chimalapensis is native to Mexico and can be found in the Sierra Madre Occidental.

Frangula chimalapensis FAQ

What is the common name of Frangula chimalapensis?

Chimalapa buckthorn

What is the optimal light for Frangula chimalapensis?

Bright, indirect light

What is the optimal temperature for Frangula chimalapensis?

65-75°F

Species in the Frangula genus

Frangula rhododendriphylla, Frangula alnus, Frangula austrosinensis, Frangula azorica, Frangula betulifolia, Frangula blumeri, Frangula californica, Frangula capreifolia, Frangula caroliniana, Frangula chrysophylla, Frangula crenata, Frangula dianthes, Frangula discolor, Frangula glaberrima, Frangula goudotiana, Frangula grandifolia, Frangula granulosa, Frangula grisea, Frangula henryi, Frangula lindeniana, Frangula longipes, Frangula macrocarpa, Frangula microphylla, Frangula mucronata, Frangula palmeri, Frangula pinetorum, Frangula polymorpha, Frangula pringlei, Frangula pubescens, Frangula purshiana, Frangula revoluta, Frangula riojae, Frangula rubra, Frangula rupestris, Frangula sphaerosperma, Frangula ulei, Frangula obovata, Frangula pedunculata, Frangula grandiflora, Frangula acuminata, Frangula breedlovei, Frangula chimalapensis, Frangula circumscissa, Frangula darienensis, Frangula hintonii, Frangula inconspicua, Frangula longipedicellata, Frangula longistyla, Frangula marahuacensis, Frangula mcvaughii,

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

Amy Pool (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Pool' in the authors string.
Rafael Fernández (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Fernández' in the authors string.