Cliftonia monophylla
Buckwheat Tree, Titi
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Cyrillaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a shrub or tree.
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Cliftonia monophylla (commonly known as Buckwheat-Tree or Titi) is a shrub or tree belonging to the Cyrillaceae family. Originating in North America, this species is primarily associated with subtropical conditions. It is the only recognized species within its genus.
Macro Climate
Subtropical
Plant Type
Tree
Plant Type
Shrub
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
NORTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Southeastern U.S.A.
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina