Status:
valid
Authors:
Urb.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1923
Citation Micro:
Symb. Antill. 9: 157 (1923)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000819077
Common Names
- Flaviflora Catesbaea
- Flaviflora Coneflower Bush
- Flaviflora Coneflower
Description
Catesbaea flaviflora (also called Yellow-flowered Catesbaea, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to the Caribbean and Central America. It typically grows in dry forests, scrublands, and coastal thickets. Its physical characteristics include a white-gray bark and small, yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Catesbaea flaviflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as an edible plant in some cultures.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Catesbaea flaviflora is a white or yellowish-white, with a yellowish-green center. The seed is a small, round, black seed with a white hilum. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped cotyledon and a short stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Catesbaea flaviflora is a shrub that grows in tropical and subtropical climates. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and placed in a rooting medium. Keep the cuttings moist and in a warm, humid environment for successful rooting.
Where to Find Catesbaea flaviflora
Catesbaea flaviflora is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Chiapas, Guerrero, Oaxaca, and Veracruz.
Catesbaea flaviflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Catesbaea flaviflora?
Catesbaea flaviflora
What is the common name of Catesbaea flaviflora?
Yellow-flowered Catesbaea
Where is Catesbaea flaviflora found?
Central and South America
Species in the Catesbaea genus
Catesbaea ekmaniana,
Catesbaea flaviflora,
Catesbaea foliosa,
Catesbaea fuertesii,
Catesbaea gamboana,
Catesbaea glabra,
Catesbaea grayi,
Catesbaea holacantha,
Catesbaea longispina,
Catesbaea macrantha,
Catesbaea melanocarpa,
Catesbaea microcarpa,
Catesbaea nana,
Catesbaea parviflora,
Catesbaea parvifolia,
Catesbaea phyllacantha,
Catesbaea sphaerocarpa,
Catesbaea spinosa,
Catesbaea macracantha,
Species in the Rubiaceae family
Acranthera abbreviata,
Acranthera anamallica,
Acranthera athroophlebia,
Acranthera atropella,
Acranthera aurantiaca,
Acranthera axilliflora,
Acranthera bullata,
Acranthera capitata,
Acranthera ceylanica,
Acranthera didymocarpa,
Acranthera endertii,
Acranthera frutescens,
Acranthera grandiflora,
Acranthera hallieri,
Acranthera hirtostipula,
Acranthera involucrata,
Acranthera johannis-winkleri,
Acranthera lanceolata,
Acranthera longipes,
Acranthera longipetiolata,
Acranthera maculata,
Acranthera megaphylla,
Acranthera monantha,
Acranthera nieuwenhuisii,
Acranthera ophiorhizoides,
Acranthera parviflora,
Acranthera philippensis,
Acranthera ruttenii,
Acranthera salmonea,
Acranthera siamensis,
Acranthera siliquosa,
Acranthera simalurensis,
Acranthera sinensis,
Acranthera strigosa,
Acranthera tomentosa,
Acranthera variegata,
Acranthera velutinervia,
Acranthera yatesii,
Acranthera philippinensis,
Acranthera burmanica,
Acranthera virescens,
Acranthera hoangii,
Acranthera collina,
Acrobotrys discolor,
Acrosynanthus jamaicensis,
Acrosynanthus latifolius,
Acrosynanthus minor,
Acrosynanthus ovatus,
Acrosynanthus parvifolius,
Acrosynanthus revolutus,