Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
schottii
ID:
869002

Status:
valid

Authors:
Greenm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1907

Citation Micro:
Publ. Field Columb. Mus., Bot. Ser. 2: 190 (1907)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000868337

Common Names

  • Citharexylum schottii
  • Fiddlewood
  • Pigeonberry

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Description

Citharexylum schottii (also called Schott's Foxtail, among many other common names) is a shrub native to tropical and subtropical regions. It grows in dry meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands. It has narrow, pointed leaves and grows to a height of 2-3 feet.

Uses & Benefits

Citharexylum schottii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a windbreak, and as a forage crop for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Citharexylum schottii is small and white, with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown grain. The seedlings are thin and delicate, with small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Citharexylum schottii is a fast-growing shrub that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through cuttings or seed. Cuttings should be taken in early summer and planted in a well-drained potting mix. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Citharexylum schottii

Citharexylum schottii is native to Central and South America and can be found in dry forests and scrublands.

Citharexylum schottii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Citharexylum schottii?

Citharexylum schottii

What is the common name of Citharexylum schottii?

Schott's Fiddlewood

What is the family of Citharexylum schottii?

Verbenaceae

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.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:59525-2: 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].