Status:
valid
Authors:
Griseb.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1879
Citation Micro:
Abh. Königl. Ges. Wiss. Göttingen 24: 20 (1879)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000921167
Common Names
- Azara salicifolia
- Willow-Leaved Azara
- Salicifolia Azara
Description
Azara salicifolia (also called 'Flamingo Flower', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Araceae family. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical rainforests, cloud forests, and montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Azara salicifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Azara salicifolia has small, white flowers with four petals and yellow stamens. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Azara salicifolia is a small, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 1 m (3 ft) in height. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained potting mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained potting mix.
Where to Find Azara salicifolia
Azara salicifolia is native to the temperate forests of South America, including Argentina, Bolivia, and Chile.
Species in the Azara genus
Azara alpina,
Azara celastrina,
Azara dentata,
Azara integrifolia,
Azara intermedia,
Azara lanceolata,
Azara microphylla,
Azara petiolaris,
Azara salicifolia,
Azara serrata,
Azara uruguayensis,
Species in the Salicaceae family
Abatia angeliana,
Abatia americana,
Abatia canescens,
Abatia glabra,
Abatia mexicana,
Abatia microphylla,
Abatia parviflora,
Abatia rugosa,
Abatia spicata,
Abatia stellata,
Azara alpina,
Azara celastrina,
Azara dentata,
Azara integrifolia,
Azara intermedia,
Azara lanceolata,
Azara microphylla,
Azara petiolaris,
Azara salicifolia,
Azara serrata,
Azara uruguayensis,
Banara acunae,
Banara arguta,
Banara axilliflora,
Banara boliviana,
Banara brasiliensis,
Banara brittonii,
Banara caymanensis,
Banara cordifolia,
Banara domingensis,
Banara excisa,
Banara glauca,
Banara guianensis,
Banara ibaguensis,
Banara larensis,
Banara leptophylla,
Banara minutiflora,
Banara nitida,
Banara orinocensis,
Banara parviflora,
Banara portoricensis,
Banara quinquenervis,
Banara regia,
Banara riparia,
Banara riscoi,
Banara saxicola,
Banara selleana,
Banara serrata,
Banara splendens,
Banara tomentosa,