Casimiroa calderoniae - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
F.Chiang & Medrano
Source:
cmp
Year:
1981
Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Bot. México 41: 23 (1981)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000589004
Common Names
- Casimiroa calderoniae
- Calderoniae Casimiroa
- Casimiroa calderoniae var. calderoniae
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Casimiroa calderoniae (also called the Calderon's Casimiroa, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rutaceae. It is a woody shrub or small tree with white flowers. It is native to Mexico and Central America, and is found in dry forests, scrub, and rocky areas.
Uses & Benefits
Casimiroa calderoniae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to create living sculptures and wreaths.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Casimiroa calderoniae is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Casimiroa calderoniae is a fast-growing, evergreen tree with a rounded crown and a spreading canopy. It is best grown in well-drained, sandy soil in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is done by seed or by cuttings.
Where to Find Casimiroa calderoniae
Casimiroa calderoniae is native to Mexico and can be found in dry, rocky areas at elevations of 1,000-2,000 meters.
Casimiroa calderoniae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Casimiroa calderoniae?
Casimiroa calderoniae
What is the common name of Casimiroa calderoniae?
Calderon's Casimiroa
What type of plant is Casimiroa calderoniae?
Perennial tree
Species in the Casimiroa genus
Species in the Rutaceae family
Acmadenia alternifolia, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia baileyensis, Acmadenia bodkinii, Acmadenia burchellii, Acmadenia candida, Acmadenia densifolia, Acmadenia faucitincta, Acmadenia flaccida, Acmadenia fruticosa, Acmadenia gracilis, Acmadenia heterophylla, Acmadenia kiwanensis, Acmadenia latifolia, Acmadenia laxa, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia macropetala, Acmadenia maculata, Acmadenia matroosbergensis, Acmadenia mundiana, Acmadenia nivea, Acmadenia nivenii, Acmadenia obtusata, Acmadenia patentifolia, Acmadenia rourkeana, Acmadenia rupicola, Acmadenia sheilae, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia tetracarpellata, Acmadenia tetragona, Acmadenia trigona, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia wittebergensis, Acradenia euodiiformis, Acradenia frankliniae, Acronychia richards-beehleri, Acronychia aberrans, Acronychia acidula, Acronychia acronychioides, Acronychia acuminata, Acronychia arfakensis, Acronychia baeuerlenii, Acronychia brassii, Acronychia carrii, Acronychia cartilaginea, Acronychia chooreechillum,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2702484: Based on the initial data import
Francisco González Medrano (1939-2017): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Medrano' in the authors string.
Fernando Chiang (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Chiang' in the authors string.