Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
wendtii
ID:
1226298

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ishiki

Source:
tro

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Novon 5(2): 167. 1995

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001225636

Common Names

  • Rhamnus wendtii
  • Wendtii Rhamnus
  • Wendtii Buckthorn

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Description

Rhamnus wendtii (also called Wendt's Buckthorn, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Mexico and Central America. It has a short trunk with large, ovate leaves and small, yellow flowers. It grows in dry, sunny habitats, such as hillsides and deserts.

Uses & Benefits

Rhamnus wendtii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rhamnus wendtii has small, white flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, dark green and oval-shaped.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhamnus wendtii can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in late spring or early summer in a well-drained seed-raising mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a well-drained potting mix. Keep the soil moist but not wet and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Rhamnus wendtii

Rhamnus wendtii is native to Central and South America and can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of the region.

Rhamnus wendtii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhamnus wendtii?

Rhamnus wendtii

What is the common name of Rhamnus wendtii?

Wendt's Buckthorn

What is the natural habitat of Rhamnus wendtii?

Tropical and subtropical forests

Species in the Rhamnus genus

Rhamnus saxatilis, Rhamnus spathulifolia, Rhamnus schlechteri, Rhamnus sibthorpiana, Rhamnus serpyllacea, Rhamnus seravschanica, Rhamnus prinoides, Rhamnus petiolaris, Rhamnus philippinensis, Rhamnus pichleri, Rhamnus persicifolia, Rhamnus qianweiensis, Rhamnus prunifolia, Rhamnus pyrella, Rhamnus pumila, Rhamnus punctata, Rhamnus purandharensis, Rhamnus pulogensis, Rhamnus wightii, Rhamnus woloszczakii, Rhamnus velutina, Rhamnus sumbawana, Rhamnus thymifolia, Rhamnus sumatrensis, Rhamnus staddo, Rhamnus tonkinensis, Rhamnus erythroxylon, Rhamnus disperma, Rhamnus dolichophylla, Rhamnus fallax, Rhamnus glaucophylla, Rhamnus glandulosa, Rhamnus gayeri, Rhamnus cathartica, Rhamnus crenulata, Rhamnus davurica, Rhamnus collettii, Rhamnus costata, Rhamnus cornifolia, Rhamnus cordata, Rhamnus nitida, Rhamnus nigrescens, Rhamnus rhodopea, Rhamnus papuana, Rhamnus orbiculata, Rhamnus oleoides, Rhamnus myrtifolia, Rhamnus ludovici-salvatoris, Rhamnus lycioides, Rhamnus libanotica,

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,

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