Anacardium othonianum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
othonianum
ID:
533745
Status:
valid
Authors:
Rizzini
Source:
cmp
Year:
1969
Citation Micro:
Anais Acad. Brasil. Ci. 41: 243 (1969)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000533077
Common Names
- Anacardium othonianum
- Othon Cashew
- Othon Anacardium
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Anacardium othonianum (also called Othon's cashew, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to the tropical Americas. It can grow up to 5 meters tall and has a wide spreading crown. It prefers moist habitats, such as tropical rainforests and riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Anacardium othonianum is used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases and as an antiseptic. It is also used as a dye for fabrics and as a food preservative.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Anacardium othonianum is a small white or yellowish flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Anacardium othonianum is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 m tall. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sheltered spot. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer.
Where to Find Anacardium othonianum
Anacardium othonianum can be found in Brazil.
Anacardium othonianum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Anacardium othonianum?
Anacardium othonianum
What is the common name of Anacardium othonianum?
Othon's Cashew
What is the natural habitat of Anacardium othonianum?
It is native to Brazil and Venezuela.
Species in the Anacardium genus
Anacardium amapaense, Anacardium amilcarianum, Anacardium brasiliense, Anacardium caracolii, Anacardium corymbosum, Anacardium curatellifolium, Anacardium excelsum, Anacardium fruticosum, Anacardium giganteum, Anacardium humile, Anacardium kuhlmannianum, Anacardium microsepalum, Anacardium nanum, Anacardium negrense, Anacardium occidentale, Anacardium othonianum, Anacardium parvifolium, Anacardium rondonianum, Anacardium spruceanum, Anacardium tenuifolium,
Species in the Anacardiaceae family
Abrahamia buxifolia, Abrahamia thouvenotii, Abrahamia littoralis, Abrahamia latifolia, Abrahamia minutifolia, Abrahamia ditimena, Abrahamia betamponensis, Abrahamia capuronii, Abrahamia delphinensis, Abrahamia ellipticarpa, Abrahamia elongata, Abrahamia itromoensis, Abrahamia turkii, Abrahamia deflexa, Abrahamia grandidieri, Abrahamia humbertii, Abrahamia ibityensis, Abrahamia lecomtei, Abrahamia lenticellata, Abrahamia lokobensis, Abrahamia longipetiolata, Abrahamia louvelii, Abrahamia nitida, Abrahamia oblongifolia, Abrahamia pauciflora, Abrahamia phillipsonii, Abrahamia sambiranensis, Abrahamia sericea, Abrahamia suarezensis, Abrahamia viguieri, Abrahamia revoluta, Abrahamia antongilensis, Abrahamia darainensis, Abrahamia patrickii, Actinocheita filicina, Allospondias lakonensis, Allospondias laxiflora, Amphipterygium simplicifolium, Amphipterygium adstringens, Amphipterygium amplifolium, Amphipterygium glaucum, Amphipterygium molle, Anacardium amapaense, Anacardium amilcarianum, Anacardium brasiliense, Anacardium caracolii, Anacardium corymbosum, Anacardium curatellifolium, Anacardium excelsum, Anacardium fruticosum,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2635918: Based on the initial data import
Carlos Toledo Rizzini (1921-1992): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rizzini' in the authors string.