Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Genus:
Species:
mexicana
ID:
652169

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.L.Nesom & Mayfield

Source:
cmp

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Sida 16: 460 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000651501

Common Names

  • Dirca Mexicana
  • Mexicana
  • Dirca

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Description

Dirca mexicana (also called Mexican Leatherwood, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Mexico and the southwestern United States. It has leathery, dark green leaves and grows in moist, well-drained soils in mountain forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Dirca mexicana is used as a source of timber for making furniture and as a source of fuel wood. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Dirca mexicana are small, yellowish-white, and borne in clusters. The seeds are small, ovoid, and reddish-brown in color. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and a pair of opposite, simple leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Dirca mexicana: This species is propagated by seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix, and kept moist. Germination usually takes place within 2-3 weeks. The seedlings should be transplanted into individual containers when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Dirca mexicana

Dirca mexicana is native to tropical rainforests in Mexico.

Dirca mexicana FAQ

What is the common name of Dirca mexicana?

Mexican Leatherwood

What is the natural habitat of Dirca mexicana?

Tropical rainforests

What is the scientific classification of Dirca mexicana?

Kingdom: Plantae, Order: Thymelaeales, Family: Thymelaeaceae, Genus: Dirca, Species: D. mexicana

Species in the Thymelaeaceae family

Aetoxylon sympetalum, Amyxa pluricornis, Aquilaria apiculata, Aquilaria baillonii, Aquilaria banaense, Aquilaria beccariana, Aquilaria brachyantha, Aquilaria citrinicarpa, Aquilaria crassna, Aquilaria cumingiana, Aquilaria decemcostata, Aquilaria filaria, Aquilaria hirta, Aquilaria khasiana, Aquilaria microcarpa, Aquilaria parvifolia, Aquilaria rostrata, Aquilaria rugosa, Aquilaria sinensis, Aquilaria subintegra, Aquilaria urdanetensis, Aquilaria yunnanensis, Aquilaria malaccensis, Aquilaria banaensis, Arnhemia cryptantha, Atemnosiphon coriaceus, Craterosiphon beniensis, Craterosiphon devredii, Craterosiphon louisii, Craterosiphon micranthum, Craterosiphon montanus, Craterosiphon pseudoscandens, Craterosiphon quarrei, Craterosiphon scandens, Craterosiphon schmitzii, Craterosiphon soyauxii, Craterosiphon beniense, Dais cotinifolia, Dais glaucescens, Daphne wolongensis, Daphne hekouensis, Daphne acutiloba, Daphne alpina, Daphne altaica, Daphne arbuscula, Daphne arisanensis, Daphne aurantiaca, Daphne axillaris, Daphne bholua, Daphne blagayana,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2772353: Based on the initial data import
Guy L. Nesom (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.L.Nesom' in the authors string.
Mark Hasslock Mayfield (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mayfield' in the authors string.