Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
discolor
ID:
540490

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.Don

Source:
cmp

Year:
1831

Citation Micro:
Gen. Hist. 1: 555 (1831)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000539822

Common Names

  • Apeiba discolor
  • Discolored Apeiba
  • Discolor Apeiba

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Synonyms

  • Aubletia discolor Spreng. [unknown]

Description

Apeiba discolor (also called Variable Apeiba, among many other common names) is a perennial tree native to Central and South America. It has white, bell-shaped flowers and grows in tropical forests, woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Apeiba discolor is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in landscaping. It is also used to provide shade and to prevent soil erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Apeiba discolor has small, white flowers and small, round seeds. Its seedlings are small, with short stems and long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Apeiba discolor is a perennial herb native to South America. It can be propagated from seed or by division of the root clump. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil and is drought tolerant once established.

Where to Find Apeiba discolor

Apeiba discolor can be found in the western United States, from California to Oregon.

Apeiba discolor FAQ

What is the scientific name of Apeiba discolor?

Apeiba discolor

What is the family of Apeiba discolor?

Tiliaceae

What is the common name of Apeiba discolor?

Discolored Apeiba

Species in the Malvaceae family

Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2643239: Based on the initial data import
George Don (1798-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Don' in the authors string.