Status:
valid
Authors:
Scharf & Maas
Source:
cmp
Year:
2005
Citation Micro:
Blumea 50: 568 (2005)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000711447
Common Names
- Guatteria pakaraimae
- Pakaraima Guatteria
- Pakaraima White-flowered Guatteria
Description
Guatteria pakaraimae (also called Pakaraima Guatteria, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Annonaceae family. It is native to Central America and South America. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Guatteria pakaraimae is used as an ornamental plant, and its wood is used for construction and furniture making.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Guatteria pakaraimae is white or yellowish-white and has 5 petals. The seed is a small, black, ovoid drupe. The seedlings are thin and long with a single cotyledon.
Cultivation and Propagation
Guatteria pakaraimae is a small tree or shrub native to Central and South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the cuttings moist and in a warm, humid environment until they develop roots.
Where to Find Guatteria pakaraimae
Guatteria pakaraimae can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Guatteria pakaraimae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Guatteria pakaraimae?
Guatteria pakaraimae
What is the natural habitat of Guatteria pakaraimae?
Tropical rainforests of Central and South America
What are the common uses of Guatteria pakaraimae?
The wood of Guatteria pakaraimae is used for making furniture and other wood crafts
Species in the Guatteria genus
Guatteria aberrans,
Guatteria acrantha,
Guatteria intermedia,
Guatteria reinaldii,
Guatteria rostrata,
Guatteria zamorae,
Guatteria aeruginosa,
Guatteria alata,
Guatteria allenii,
Guatteria alta,
Guatteria alticola,
Guatteria amplifolia,
Guatteria atabapensis,
Guatteria australis,
Guatteria ayangannae,
Guatteria bernardii,
Guatteria blainii,
Guatteria blepharophylla,
Guatteria campestris,
Guatteria candolleana,
Guatteria caribaea,
Guatteria chasmantha,
Guatteria chiriquiensis,
Guatteria choroniensis,
Guatteria chrysophylla,
Guatteria cinnamomea,
Guatteria citriodora,
Guatteria clusiifolia,
Guatteria conspicua,
Guatteria costaricensis,
Guatteria crassipes,
Guatteria cuatrecasasii,
Guatteria decurrens,
Guatteria denudata,
Guatteria discolor,
Guatteria dolichophylla,
Guatteria dolichopoda,
Guatteria duckeana,
Guatteria dura,
Guatteria elata,
Guatteria elegans,
Guatteria elegantissima,
Guatteria elongata,
Guatteria eriopoda,
Guatteria eugeniifolia,
Guatteria ferruginea,
Guatteria flexilis,
Guatteria foliosa,
Guatteria galeottiana,
Guatteria goudotiana,
Species in the Annonaceae family
Afroguatteria bequaertii,
Afroguatteria globosa,
Afroguatteria discostigma,
Alphonsea boniana,
Alphonsea curtisii,
Alphonsea cylindrica,
Alphonsea elliptica,
Alphonsea gaudichaudiana,
Alphonsea hainanensis,
Alphonsea havilandii,
Alphonsea hortensis,
Alphonsea javanica,
Alphonsea johorensis,
Alphonsea keithii,
Alphonsea kinabaluensis,
Alphonsea kingii,
Alphonsea lucida,
Alphonsea lutea,
Alphonsea maingayi,
Alphonsea malayana,
Alphonsea mollis,
Alphonsea monogyna,
Alphonsea orthopetala,
Alphonsea ovata,
Alphonsea papuasica,
Alphonsea philastreana,
Alphonsea siamensis,
Alphonsea sonlaensis,
Alphonsea stenogyna,
Alphonsea tonquinensis,
Alphonsea tsangyanensis,
Alphonsea ventricosa,
Alphonsea zeylanica,
Alphonsea borneensis,
Alphonsea rugosa,
Alphonsea glandulosa,
Alphonsea pallida,
Alphonsea annulata,
Alphonsea isthmicola,
Alphonsea longicarpa,
Alphonsea phuwuaensis,
Ambavia capuronii,
Ambavia gerrardii,
Anaxagorea acuminata,
Anaxagorea allenii,
Anaxagorea angustifolia,
Anaxagorea borneensis,
Anaxagorea brachycarpa,
Anaxagorea brevipedicellata,
Anaxagorea brevipes,