Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
ambigua
ID:
334552

Status:
valid

Authors:
Standl. in J.F.Macbr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
Publ. Field Columb. Mus., Bot. Ser. 13(6): 59 (1936)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000333884

Common Names

  • Warszewiczia ambigua
  • Ambigua Warszewiczia
  • Ambiguous Warszewiczia

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Synonyms

  • Elaeagia ambigua (Standl.) C. B.Maldonado [unknown]

Description

Warszewiczia ambigua (also called Ambiguous Warszewiczia, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Central America and Mexico. It grows in tropical and subtropical climates, usually in dry forests, scrublands, and coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Warszewiczia ambigua is an evergreen shrub that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It has small, white flowers that bloom in the spring and summer months, and its foliage is a deep green color. It is drought tolerant and can be used as a groundcover or in containers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Warszewiczia ambigua has white flowers with yellow centers, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Warszewiczia ambigua is a tropical evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is by seed, cuttings, or layering.

Where to Find Warszewiczia ambigua

Warszewiczia ambigua is native to Central America and can be found in the tropical rainforests of Costa Rica, Guatemala, and Panama.

Warszewiczia ambigua FAQ

What is the scientific name of Warszewiczia ambigua?

Warszewiczia ambigua

What is the family of Warszewiczia ambigua?

Arecaceae

What is the common name of Warszewiczia ambigua?

Ambiguous Palm

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-214230: Based on the initial data import
James Francis Macbride (1892-1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.F.Macbr.' in the authors string.
Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.