Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Family:
Species:
cauliflora
ID:
423518

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.DC.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1864

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 15(1): 415 (1864)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000422850

Common Names

  • Vasconcellea cauliflora
  • Cauliflora Vasconcellea
  • Vasconcellea's Cauliflora

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Synonyms

  • Vasconcellea boissieri A.DC. [unknown]
  • Papaya bourgeaui Kuntze [unknown]
  • Papaya cauliflora Poir. [unknown]
  • Carica boissieri Hemsl. [unknown]
  • Carica bourgeaui Solms [unknown]
  • Carica cauliflora Jacq. [unknown]
  • Carica pennata Heilborn [unknown]
  • Carica quinqueloba Sessé & Moc. [unknown]

Description

Vasconcellea cauliflora (also called Cauliflower Tree, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Caricaceae. It is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 5 m tall. It is native to Mexico, Central America, and South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Vasconcellea cauliflora is used as a medicinal plant in traditional medicine. It is also used as a natural fertilizer and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Vasconcellea cauliflora is small and white, with five petals. The seed is a small, dark-brown nutlet. The seedlings are small, with narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vasconcellea cauliflora can be propagated by seed, division, or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Division can be done by carefully dividing the root mass of an established plant. Cuttings should be taken from mature, healthy stems and placed in a moist potting mix.

Where to Find Vasconcellea cauliflora

Vasconcellea cauliflora is native to tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia, and the Philippines.

Vasconcellea cauliflora FAQ

What is the growth rate of Vasconcellea cauliflora?

Vasconcellea cauliflora has a slow to moderate growth rate.

What type of soil is best for Vasconcellea cauliflora?

Vasconcellea cauliflora prefers moist, well-drained soil.

What is the ideal temperature for Vasconcellea cauliflora?

Vasconcellea cauliflora prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C).

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,