Cecropia obtusifolia
Trumpet, Trumpet Tree
Also known as: Cecropia radlkoferiana Aladar Richt.
- Cecropia radlkoferiana Aladar Richt.
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Urticaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a tree.
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Cecropia obtusifolia (commonly known as Trumpet or Trumpet tree) is a tree belonging to the Urticaceae family. Originating in North America and South America, this species is primarily associated with wet tropical conditions.
Macro Climate
Tropical
Plant Type
Tree
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
NORTHERN AMERICA, SOUTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Central America, Mexico, Western South America
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Belize, Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico Central, Mexico Gulf, Mexico Northeast, Mexico Northwest, Mexico Southeast, Mexico Southwest, Nicaragua, Panama
Introduced Range
Plants flagged as 'Introduced' have been transported outside their native historical range by human activity. While many are common ornamentals, some may become naturalized or invasive in local environments. Local ecological guidelines require verification prior to planting.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
Hawaii