Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
glomerata
ID:
407709

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maire & Wilczek

Source:
cmp

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Hist. Nat. Afrique N. 27: 67 (1936)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000407041

Common Names

  • Glomerata Traganopsis
  • Glomerata Indian Almond
  • Glomerata Indian Walnut

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Description

Traganopsis glomerata (also called Traganopsis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering tree in the Clusiaceae family. It is native to Central and South America. It typically grows in tropical rainforests, and is found at elevations up to 1,000 m.

Uses & Benefits

Traganopsis glomerata is used to make furniture, flooring, and musical instruments. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, skin diseases, and digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Traganopsis glomerata has white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are short and thin with multiple stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Traganopsis glomerata is a fast-growing, evergreen tree that can reach up to 30 m in height. It is propagated by seed, and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is tolerant of light frost. It can be pruned to maintain a desired shape and size.

Where to Find Traganopsis glomerata

Traganopsis glomerata is native to Central and South America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Traganopsis glomerata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Traganopsis glomerata?

Traganopsis glomerata

What is the common name of Traganopsis glomerata?

Clustered Traganopsis

Where is Traganopsis glomerata native to?

South America

Species in the Traganopsis genus

Species in the Amaranthaceae family

Achyranthes arborescens, Achyranthes aspera, Achyranthes bidentata, Achyranthes diandra, Achyranthes fasciculata, Achyranthes mangarevica, Achyranthes marchionica, Achyranthes margaretarum, Achyranthes mutica, Achyranthes splendens, Achyranthes talbotii, Achyranthes shahii, Achyropsis avicularis, Achyropsis filifolia, Achyropsis fruticulosa, Achyropsis gracilis, Achyropsis laniceps, Achyropsis leptostachya, Acroglochin obtusifolia, Acroglochin persicarioides, Aerva artemisioides, Aerva caudata, Aerva congesta, Aerva coriacea, Aerva edulis, Aerva glabrata, Aerva humbertii, Aerva javanica, Aerva lanata, Aerva leucura, Aerva madagassica, Aerva microphylla, Aerva monsonia, Aerva radicans, Aerva revoluta, Aerva sanguinolenta, Aerva timorensis, Aerva triangularifolia, Aerva villosa, Aerva wightii, Agathophora alopecuroides, Agriophyllum lateriflorum, Agriophyllum latifolium, Agriophyllum minus, Agriophyllum montasirii, Agriophyllum paletzkianum, Agriophyllum squarrosum, Allenrolfea occidentalis, Allenrolfea patagonica, Allenrolfea vaginata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2431601: Based on the initial data import
René Maire (1878-1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maire' in the authors string.
Ernst Wilczek (1867-1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wilczek' in the authors string.