Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
chocoensis
ID:
1233406

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.H.Gentry & Forero

Source:
tro

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 55: 370 (1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001232744

Common Names

  • Chocoensis Fern
  • Chocoensis Pea Fern
  • Chocoensis Mountain Fern

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Description

Jacaratia chocoensis (also called Choco Jacaratia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Caricaceae. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It is a small tree or shrub with ovate-lanceolate leaves and white flowers. It prefers moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Jacaratia chocoensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping. It is also used as a food source for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Jacaratia chocoensis has small, yellowish-green flowers and round, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Jacaratia chocoensis can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Jacaratia chocoensis

Jacaratia chocoensis is native to Central and South America, and can be found in Brazil, Colombia, Costa Rica, and Panama.

Jacaratia chocoensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Jacaratia chocoensis?

Jacaratia chocoensis

What are the common names of Jacaratia chocoensis?

Common names of Jacaratia chocoensis include the Choco jacaratia and the Choco jacaratia tree.

What is the natural habitat of Jacaratia chocoensis?

Jacaratia chocoensis is native to tropical forests in Central and South America.

Species in the Caricaceae family

Carica aprica, Carica augusti, Carica chilensis, Carica crassipetala, Carica glandulosa, Carica horovitziana, Carica longiflora, Carica omnilingua, Carica palandensis, Carica papaya, Carica pentagona, Carica pulchra, Carica sprucei, Carica stipulata, Cylicomorpha parviflora, Cylicomorpha solmsii, Horovitzia cnidoscoloides, Jacaratia digitata, Jacaratia dolichaula, Jacaratia mexicana, Jacaratia spinosa, Jacaratia chocoensis, Jacaratia heptaphylla, Jacaratia corumbensis, Jarilla caudata, Jarilla heterophylla, Jarilla chocola, Vasconcellea pubescens, Vasconcellea microcarpa, Vasconcellea cauliflora, Vasconcellea crassipetala, Vasconcellea glandulosa, Vasconcellea horovitziana, Vasconcellea longiflora, Vasconcellea omnilingua, Vasconcellea palandensis, Vasconcellea pulchra, Vasconcellea sphaerocarpa, Vasconcellea sprucei, Vasconcellea stipulata, Vasconcellea weberbaueri, Vasconcellea candicans, Vasconcellea monoica, Vasconcellea parviflora, Vasconcellea goudotiana, Vasconcellea quercifolia, Vasconcellea aurantiaca,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50072009: Based on the initial data import
Alwyn Howard Gentry (1945-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.H.Gentry' in the authors string.
Enrique Forero Gonzales (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Forero' in the authors string.