Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Species:
velutinifolia
ID:
636872

Status:
valid

Authors:
(R.S.Cowan) J.D.Mitch. & Daly

Source:
cmp

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 78: 186 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000636204

Common Names

  • Cyrtocarpa velutinifolia
  • Velutinifolia Fruit
  • Velutinifolia Apple

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Synonyms

  • Loxopterygium gutierrezii F.A.Barkley [unknown]
  • Tapirira velutinifolia (R.S.Cowan) Marc.-Berti [unknown]
  • Bursera velutinifolia R.S.Cowan [unknown]

Description

Cyrtocarpa velutinifolia (also called Velvet-leaf Cyrtocarpa, among many other common names) is a shrub with yellow flowers and velvety leaves. It is native to Brazil and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Cyrtocarpa velutinifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Cyrtocarpa velutinifolia are white and have five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cyrtocarpa velutinifolia can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize during the active growth period.

Where to Find Cyrtocarpa velutinifolia

Cyrtocarpa velutinifolia is native to tropical regions of Southeast Asia and can be found in Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia.

Cyrtocarpa velutinifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cyrtocarpa velutinifolia?

Cyrtocarpa velutinifolia

What is the common name of Cyrtocarpa velutinifolia?

Velvet-leaf Orchid

Where is Cyrtocarpa velutinifolia found?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America

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-2754286: Based on the initial data import
John D. Mitchell (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.D.Mitch.' in the authors string.
Douglas C. Daly (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Daly' in the authors string.
Richard Sumner Cowan (1921-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.S.Cowan' in the authors string.