Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
alainii
ID:
867054

Status:
valid

Authors:
Moldenke

Source:
wcs

Year:
1969

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 18: 70 (1969)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000866389

Common Names

  • Alain's Fiddlewood
  • Alain's Vitex
  • Alain's Chaste Tree

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Description

Citharexylum alainii (also called Alain's fiddlewood, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 m tall. It is native to the Caribbean, from Cuba to Jamaica, and can be found in dry, open habitats such as forests, roadsides, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Citharexylum alainii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a hedge or screen plant, and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Citharexylum alainii is a small, white star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, dark brown grain. The seedlings are thin and grass-like.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Citharexylum alainii is a perennial shrub native to the Caribbean. It is a low-growing plant with a creeping habit that can reach a height of up to 30 cm (11.8 in). It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Citharexylum alainii

Citharexylum alainii can be found in the Caribbean, from Cuba to the Dominican Republic.

Citharexylum alainii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Citharexylum alainii?

Citharexylum alainii

What is the common name of Citharexylum alainii?

Alain's Fiddlewood

What is the growth habit of Citharexylum alainii?

It is a small evergreen tree with a rounded crown

Species in the Citharexylum genus

Citharexylum danirae, Citharexylum affine, Citharexylum alainii, Citharexylum altamiranum, Citharexylum andinum, Citharexylum berlandieri, Citharexylum bourgeauanum, Citharexylum brachyanthum, Citharexylum calvum, Citharexylum caudatum, Citharexylum cooperi, Citharexylum costaricense, Citharexylum crassifolium, Citharexylum decorum, Citharexylum dentatum, Citharexylum discolor, Citharexylum donnell-smithii, Citharexylum ekmanii, Citharexylum ellipticum, Citharexylum endlichii, Citharexylum flabellifolium, Citharexylum flexuosum, Citharexylum fulgidum, Citharexylum glabrum, Citharexylum guatemalense, Citharexylum herrerae, Citharexylum hexangulare, Citharexylum hidalgense, Citharexylum hintonii, Citharexylum hirtellum, Citharexylum ilicifolium, Citharexylum jamaicense, Citharexylum joergensenii, Citharexylum karstenii, Citharexylum kerberi, Citharexylum kunthianum, Citharexylum laurifolium, Citharexylum leonis, Citharexylum ligustrifolium, Citharexylum lucidum, Citharexylum lycioides, Citharexylum macradenium, Citharexylum macrochlamys, Citharexylum matheanum, Citharexylum matudae, Citharexylum mexicanum, Citharexylum microphyllum, Citharexylum mocinoi, Citharexylum montanum, Citharexylum montevidense,

Species in the Verbenaceae family

Acantholippia seriphioides, Aloysia unifacialis, Aloysia decipiens, Aloysia barbata, Aloysia brasiliensis, Aloysia castellanosii, Aloysia catamarcensis, Aloysia chamaedryfolia, Aloysia chiapensis, Aloysia citrodora, Aloysia crenata, Aloysia densispicata, Aloysia dusenii, Aloysia fiebrigii, Aloysia gentryi, Aloysia gratissima, Aloysia hatschbachii, Aloysia herrerae, Aloysia macrostachya, Aloysia nahuire, Aloysia oblanceolata, Aloysia ovatifolia, Aloysia peruviana, Aloysia polygalifolia, Aloysia polystachya, Aloysia pulchra, Aloysia salviifolia, Aloysia schulziana, Aloysia scorodonioides, Aloysia sonorensis, Aloysia spathulata, Aloysia virgata, Aloysia wrightii, Aloysia velutina, Aloysia cordata, Aloysia arequipensis, Aloysia coalcomana, Aloysia salsoloides, Aloysia deserticola, Aloysia trifida, Aloysia riojana, Aloysia tarapacana, Bouchea agrestis, Bouchea boliviana, Bouchea dissecta, Bouchea notabilis, Bouchea prismatica, Bouchea pseudochascanum, Bouchea rusbyi, Bouchea spathulata,

References

Harold Norman Moldenke (1909-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Moldenke' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:59415-2: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].