Anthodiscus mazarunensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mazarunensis
ID:
219924
Status:
valid
Authors:
Gilly
Source:
wcs
Year:
1942
Citation Micro:
Trop. Woods 72: 16 (1942)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000219253
Common Names
- Anthodiscus mazarunensis
- Mazarunensis Anthodiscus
- Anthodiscus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Anthodiscus mazarunensis (also called Mazaruni, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Malvaceae. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Bolivia. It grows in a variety of habitats, such as secondary forests, disturbed areas, and open grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Anthodiscus mazarunensis is used as an ornamental plant, for its edible fruits, and as a medicinal plant for treating a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: White, fragrant flowers with five petals. Seed: Small, black seeds. Seedlings: Dark green leaves with a yellow tinge.
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Anthodiscus mazarunensis can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from new growth and rooted in a moist soil mix. The rooted cutting should be potted up in a well-drained potting mix.
Where to Find Anthodiscus mazarunensis
Anthodiscus mazarunensis is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America.
Anthodiscus mazarunensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Anthodiscus mazarunensis?
Anthodiscus mazarunensis
What is the family of Anthodiscus mazarunensis?
Myrtaceae
What is the common name of Anthodiscus mazarunensis?
Mountain apple
Species in the Anthodiscus genus
Species in the Caryocaraceae family
Anthodiscus amazonicus, Anthodiscus chocoensis, Anthodiscus fragrans, Anthodiscus klugii, Anthodiscus mazarunensis, Anthodiscus montanus, Anthodiscus obovatus, Anthodiscus peruanus, Anthodiscus pilosus, Anthodiscus trifoliatus, Caryocar amygdaliferum, Caryocar amygdaliforme, Caryocar brasiliense, Caryocar coriaceum, Caryocar costaricense, Caryocar cuneatum, Caryocar dentatum, Caryocar edule, Caryocar glabrum, Caryocar gracile, Caryocar harlingii, Caryocar microcarpum, Caryocar montanum, Caryocar nuciferum, Caryocar pallidum, Caryocar villosum,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-10424: Based on the initial data import
Charles Louis Gilly (b.1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gilly' in the authors string.