Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
glabrum
ID:
867769

Status:
valid

Authors:
(S.Watson) Greenm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1897

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 32: 300 (1897)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000867104

Common Names

  • Citharexylum glabrum
  • Glabrum Fiddlewood
  • Glabrum Fiddle-wood

Searching for Citharexylum glabrum? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Citharexylum glabrum (also called Smooth Fiddlewood, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Central America and the Caribbean. It has glossy, dark green leaves and fragrant white flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical climates, often in dry, rocky soils.

Uses & Benefits

Citharexylum glabrum is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes. It is also used in the production of essential oils and as a source of biofuel.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Citharexylum glabrum is a small, white flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are thin, slender, and have a long, narrow leaf.

Searching for Citharexylum glabrum? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Citharexylum glabrum is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It prefers full to partial sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-draining potting mix.

Where to Find Citharexylum glabrum

Citharexylum glabrum can be found in Central and South America.

Citharexylum glabrum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Citharexylum glabrum?

Citharexylum glabrum

What is the common name of Citharexylum glabrum?

Smooth Fiddlewood

What is the natural habitat of Citharexylum glabrum?

It is found in tropical dry forests and scrublands

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

Jesse More Greenman (1867-1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greenm.' in the authors string.
Sereno Watson (1826-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Watson' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:59457-2: 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].