Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
heptaphylla
ID:
1251389

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Vell.) A.DC.

Source:
tro

Year:
1864

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 15(1): 420 (1864)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001250727

Common Names

  • Jacaratia
  • Heptaphylla Jacaratia
  • Seven-leaf Jacaratia

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Description

Jacaratia heptaphylla (also called Seven-leaved Jacaratia, among many other common names) is a shrub species native to Central America and South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical climates in moist, shady areas such as rainforests and cloud forests.

Uses & Benefits

Jacaratia heptaphylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as for treating skin diseases, fever, and coughs.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Jacaratia heptaphylla has small yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with a glossy upper surface.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Jacaratia heptaphylla is a perennial plant that is propagated by seed or division. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by taking cuttings from the stems and leaves, and by division of the plant.

Where to Find Jacaratia heptaphylla

Jacaratia heptaphylla can be found in Central and South America.

Jacaratia heptaphylla FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Jacaratia heptaphylla?

Jacaratia heptaphylla is found in tropical forests in South America.

What type of soil does Jacaratia heptaphylla prefer?

Jacaratia heptaphylla prefers moist, well-drained soil.

How often should Jacaratia heptaphylla be watered?

Jacaratia heptaphylla should be watered twice a week.

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-50157489: Based on the initial data import
Alphonse Pyramus de Candolle (1806-1893): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.DC.' in the authors string.
José Mariano de Conceição Vellozo (1742-1811): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vell.' in the authors string.