Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
obtusa
ID:
410203

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Benth.) J.D.Mitch.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Novon 3: 66 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000409535

Common Names

  • Tapirira Obtusa
  • Obtusa Tapirira
  • Blunt Tapirira

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Synonyms

  • Tapirira marchandii Engl. [unknown]
  • Tapirira peckoltiana Engl. [unknown]
  • Tapirira pao-pombo major Marchand [unknown]
  • Mauria obtusa Benth. [unknown]

Description

Tapirira obtusa (also called Obtuse-leaved guarea, among many other common names) is a medium-sized tree with oblong leaves and small white flowers. It is native to Central and South America and is found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Tapirira obtusa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can be used as a ground cover. It is also used to attract butterflies and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tapirira obtusa has small white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tapirira obtusa is a slow-growing succulent that can be propagated from stem cuttings. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature stems and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Water sparingly and allow the soil to dry out completely between waterings. The plant can also be propagated from seed, which should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Tapirira obtusa

Tapirira obtusa can be found in wet grasslands and marshes in South America.

Tapirira obtusa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tapirira obtusa?

Tapirira obtusa

What type of plant is Tapirira obtusa?

It is a shrub

Where is Tapirira obtusa found?

It is found in Mexico

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-2435497: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
John D. Mitchell (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.D.Mitch.' in the authors string.