Karwinskia latifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
latifolia
ID:
1253909
Status:
valid
Authors:
Standl.
Source:
tro
Year:
1923
Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 23: 716 (1923)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001253247
Common Names
- Karwinskia
- Broadleaf Hoptree
- Mexican Hoptree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Karwinskia latifolia (also called Broad-leaved Karwinskia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Mexico and Central America. It grows in tropical forests and can reach up to 5 meters in height.
Uses & Benefits
Karwinskia latifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a ground cover in shady areas and can be used as a natural air purifier.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Karwinskia latifolia has small white flowers and small, black, shiny seeds. The seedlings are small and have a few small leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Karwinskia latifolia is a shrub or small tree, usually growing to a height of 3-6 m. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a moist, sandy soil mix. The plant prefers a warm, humid climate and should be grown in full sun or partial shade.
Where to Find Karwinskia latifolia
Karwinskia latifolia can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina.
Karwinskia latifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Karwinskia latifolia?
Karwinskia latifolia
What is the common name of Karwinskia latifolia?
Broad-leaved Karwinskia
What is the natural habitat of Karwinskia latifolia?
It is found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Mexico and Central America.
Species in the Karwinskia genus
Karwinskia rocana, Karwinskia orbiculata, Karwinskia parvifolia, Karwinskia sessilifolia, Karwinskia microphylla, Karwinskia bicolor, Karwinskia calderonii, Karwinskia caloneura, Karwinskia colombiana, Karwinskia angustata, Karwinskia mollis, Karwinskia humboldtiana, Karwinskia potrerilloana, Karwinskia tehuacana, Karwinskia latifolia, Karwinskia subcordata, Karwinskia umbellata, Karwinskia rzedowskii, Karwinskia venturae, Karwinskia johnstonii, Karwinskia pluvialis, Karwinskia oblongifolia,
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 tro-50170006: Based on the initial data import
Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.