Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cauliflora
ID:
298716

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.J.Lam

Source:
wcs

Year:
1938

Citation Micro:
Hooker's Icon. Pl. 34: t. 3360 (1938)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000298048

Common Names

  • Aulandra cauliflora
  • Cauliflower Aulandra
  • Cauliflower Tree Fern

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Description

Aulandra cauliflora (also called 'Cauliflorous Aulandra', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 10 m tall. It is native to Cuba, Hispaniola, Jamaica, and Puerto Rico, and is found in dry forests, coastal forests, and mangroves.

Uses & Benefits

Aulandra cauliflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It has showy flowers and attractive foliage, making it a popular choice for landscaping. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: White, fragrant, bell-shaped flowers. Seed: Small, black, round seeds. Seedlings: Young seedlings are reddish-brown in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Aulandra cauliflora: This plant can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Sow the seeds in a well-drained, sandy soil in a sunny location. Water regularly, but avoid overwatering. Fertilize monthly with a balanced fertilizer. Cuttings can be taken in late winter or early spring and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Aulandra cauliflora

Aulandra cauliflora is native to Central America and northern South America.

Aulandra cauliflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aulandra cauliflora?

Aulandra cauliflora

What are the common names of Aulandra cauliflora?

Tree Aulandra

What is the natural habitat of Aulandra cauliflora?

Tropical and subtropical forests

Species in the Aulandra genus

Species in the Sapotaceae family

Afrosersalisia rwandensis, Amorphospermum antilogum, Argania spinosa, Aubregrinia taiensis, Aulandra beccarii, Aulandra cauliflora, Aulandra longifolia, Autranella congolensis, Baillonella toxisperma, Beccariella balansana, Beccariella crebrifolia, Beccariella lasiantha, Beccariella novocaledonica, Beccariella xerocarpa, Beccariella brownlessiana, Boerlagella spectabilis, Breviea sericea, Burckella banikiensis, Burckella erythrophylla, Burckella fijiensis, Burckella hillii, Burckella macropoda, Burckella magusum, Burckella obovata, Burckella parvifolia, Burckella polymera, Burckella poolei, Burckella richii, Burckella sorei, Burckella thurstonii, Capurodendron androyense, Capurodendron ankaranense, Capurodendron antongiliense, Capurodendron apollonioides, Capurodendron bakeri, Capurodendron costatum, Capurodendron delphinense, Capurodendron gracilifolium, Capurodendron greveanum, Capurodendron ludiifolium, Capurodendron madagascariense, Capurodendron mandrarense, Capurodendron microphyllum, Capurodendron nodosum, Capurodendron perrieri, Capurodendron pervillei, Capurodendron pseudoterminalia, Capurodendron rubrocostatum, Capurodendron rufescens, Capurodendron sakalavum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-17986: Based on the initial data import
Herman Johannes Lam (1892-1977): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.J.Lam' in the authors string.