Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
elastica
ID:
590660

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cerv.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1794

Citation Micro:
Supl. Gaz. Lit. Mexico 1794(Jul. 2): 7 (1794)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000589992

Common Names

  • Castilla elastica
  • Rubber Tree
  • Castilla Tree

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Synonyms

  • Castilla elastica liga J.Poiss. [unknown]
  • Castilla guatemalensis Pittier [unknown]
  • Castilla gummifera (Bertol.) Standl. [unknown]
  • Castilla lactiflua O.F.Cook [unknown]
  • Castilla markhamiana Markham [unknown]
  • Castilla nicoyensis O.F.Cook [unknown]
  • Ficus gummifera Bertol. [unknown]
  • Castilla elastica elastica [unknown]

Description

Castilla elastica (also called Rubber Tree, among many other common names) is a large tree native to Mexico, Central America, and South America. It has a rounded crown and can reach up to 30 meters in height. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Castilla elastica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Castilla elastica sub. costaricana (Liebm.) C.C.Berg
Castilla elastica sub. gummifera (Miq.) C.C.Berg

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Castilla elastica has small, yellow flowers with a red center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and yellow.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Castilla elastica can be propagated by seed or division. It is best grown in a sunny location in well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized once a year with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Castilla elastica

Castilla elastica is native to South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Castilla elastica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Castilla elastica?

Castilla elastica

What is the common name of Castilla elastica?

Elastic Castilla

What is the natural habitat of Castilla elastica?

Dry, rocky hillsides and open woodlands

Species in the Castilla genus

Species in the Moraceae family

Allaeanthus greveanus, Allaeanthus kurzii, Allaeanthus luzonicus, Allaeanthus zeylanicus, Antiaris toxicaria, Antiaropsis decipiens, Antiaropsis uniflora, Artocarpus albobrunneus, Artocarpus altilis, Artocarpus altissimus, Artocarpus anisophyllus, Artocarpus annulatus, Artocarpus avatifolius, Artocarpus blancoi, Artocarpus brevipedunculatus, Artocarpus camansi, Artocarpus chama, Artocarpus corneri, Artocarpus elasticus, Artocarpus excelsus, Artocarpus fulvicortex, Artocarpus glaucus, Artocarpus gomezianus, Artocarpus gongshanensis, Artocarpus heterophyllus, Artocarpus hirsutus, Artocarpus hispidus, Artocarpus horridus, Artocarpus hypargyreus, Artocarpus integer, Artocarpus jarrettiae, Artocarpus kemando, Artocarpus lacucha, Artocarpus lanceifolius, Artocarpus longifolius, Artocarpus lowii, Artocarpus mariannensis, Artocarpus multifidus, Artocarpus nanchuanensis, Artocarpus nigrifolius, Artocarpus nitidus, Artocarpus nobilis, Artocarpus obtusus, Artocarpus odoratissimus, Artocarpus palembanicus, Artocarpus petelotii, Artocarpus pinnatisectus, Artocarpus pithecogallus, Artocarpus primackii, Artocarpus reticulatus,

References