Citharexylum is a genus of flowering plants in the family Verbenaceae, comprising shrubs and small to medium-sized trees native to the Americas, from the southern United States through Central America, the Caribbean, and into South America. Commonly known as Fiddlewoods, these trees are widely appreciated for their ornamental foliage, fragrant flower clusters, and attractive fruit, making them a popular choice for urban landscaping, tropical gardens, and pollinator-friendly plantings.