Status:
valid
Authors:
Planch. & Triana
Source:
cmp
Year:
1861
Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 4, 15: 246 (1861)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000375047
Common Names
- Mammea angustifolia
- Mammee Apple
- Mammee Plum
Synonyms
- Ochrocarpos angustifolius (Planch. & Triana) Vesque [unknown]
Description
Mammea angustifolia (also called Mammee Apple, among many other common names) is an evergreen tree native to tropical South America. It is found in moist forests, riverbanks, and along roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Mammea angustifolia is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Mammea angustifolia is small and yellow, with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round nut. The seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Mammea angustifolia is a small tree that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate full sun or partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and rooted in a moist soil mix.
Where to Find Mammea angustifolia
Mammea angustifolia is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.
Mammea angustifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Mammea angustifolia?
Mammea angustifolia
What is the common name of Mammea angustifolia?
Narrow-leaved Mammea
Where is Mammea angustifolia found?
It is found in tropical regions of the Americas
Species in the Mammea genus
Mammea americana,
Mammea africana,
Mammea anastomosans,
Mammea angustifolia,
Mammea aruana,
Mammea acuminata,
Mammea woodii,
Mammea reticulata,
Mammea sanguinea,
Mammea siamensis,
Mammea suriga,
Mammea timorensis,
Mammea veimauriensis,
Mammea papyracea,
Mammea ramiflora,
Mammea malayana,
Mammea grandifolia,
Mammea harmandii,
Mammea lancilimba,
Mammea micrantha,
Mammea nervosa,
Mammea neurophylla,
Mammea papuana,
Mammea glaucifolia,
Mammea glauca,
Mammea congregata,
Mammea cordata,
Mammea eugenioides,
Mammea calophylloides,
Mammea bongo,
Mammea brevipes,
Mammea brevipetiolata,
Mammea calciphila,
Mammea pseudoprotorhus,
Mammea zeereae,
Mammea megaphylla,
Mammea touriga,
Mammea cauliflora,
Mammea sessiliflora,
Mammea immansueta,
Mammea punctata,
Mammea sinclairii,
Mammea novoguineensis,
Mammea odorata,
Mammea usambarensis,
Mammea yunnanensis,
Species in the Calophyllaceae family
Calophyllum acidus,
Calophyllum acutiputamen,
Calophyllum aerarium,
Calophyllum alboramulum,
Calophyllum amblyphyllum,
Calophyllum andersonii,
Calophyllum angulare,
Calophyllum apetalum,
Calophyllum archipelagi,
Calophyllum ardens,
Calophyllum articulatum,
Calophyllum aurantiacum,
Calophyllum aureobrunnescens,
Calophyllum aureum,
Calophyllum austroindicum,
Calophyllum balansae,
Calophyllum banyengii,
Calophyllum bicolor,
Calophyllum biflorum,
Calophyllum bifurcatum,
Calophyllum blancoi,
Calophyllum brachyphyllum,
Calophyllum bracteatum,
Calophyllum brasiliense,
Calophyllum brassii,
Calophyllum calaba,
Calophyllum calcicola,
Calophyllum caledonicum,
Calophyllum canum,
Calophyllum carrii,
Calophyllum castaneum,
Calophyllum caudatum,
Calophyllum celebicum,
Calophyllum cerasiferum,
Calophyllum ceriferum,
Calophyllum chapelieri,
Calophyllum clemensiorum,
Calophyllum collinum,
Calophyllum comorense,
Calophyllum complanatum,
Calophyllum confertum,
Calophyllum confusum,
Calophyllum cordato-oblongum,
Calophyllum coriaceum,
Calophyllum costatum,
Calophyllum costulatum,
Calophyllum cucullatum,
Calophyllum cuneifolium,
Calophyllum dasypodium,
Calophyllum depressinervosum,