Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
magnifructa
ID:
1066552

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Schery) R.E.Fr.

Source:
tro

Year:
1950

Citation Micro:
Ark. Bot. , a.s., 1: 343 (1950)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001065890

Common Names

  • Porcelia magnifructa
  • Magnifructa Porcelia
  • Magnifructum Porcelia

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Description

Porcelia magnifructa (also called 'magnificent-fruited porcelia', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Annonaceae family. It is a large shrub or small tree, reaching up to 15 m in height. It is native to Central America and the Caribbean, and is found in humid tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Porcelia magnifructa is used as a spice and for its medicinal properties. It is also used to make perfumes and is known for its antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Porcelia magnifructa has white flowers with yellow centers, and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Porcelia magnifructa is a tropical tree native to Central and South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and rooted in a moist soil mix. The tree prefers full sun and regular watering.

Where to Find Porcelia magnifructa

Porcelia magnifructa is native to Central and South America. It is found in tropical rainforests, as well as in disturbed areas such as roadsides and pastures.

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,

References

Robert Elias Fries (1876-1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.E.Fr.' in the authors string.
Robert Walter Schery (1917-1987): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schery' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:208368-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.