Caryocar brasiliense - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
brasiliense
ID:
808678
Status:
valid
Authors:
Cambess.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1828
Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. Merid. 1: 322 (1828)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000808012
Common Names
- Caryocar Brasiliense
- Brasiliense Caryocar
- Caryocar Brazilian
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Caryocar brasiliense (also called Brazilian Caryocar, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to South America. It has long, narrow leaves and grows to a height of 1-2 m. It has small, white flowers with a yellow center. It is found in humid forests and rocky outcrops.
Uses & Benefits
Caryocar brasiliense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and other ailments.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Caryocar brasiliense sub. brasilienseCaryocar brasiliense sub. intermedium (Wittm.) Prance & M.F.Silva
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Caryocar brasiliense has small, white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and have a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Caryocar brasiliense is a tropical shrub native to South America. It is best grown in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. It can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. The plant should be watered regularly and fertilized monthly during the growing season.
Where to Find Caryocar brasiliense
Caryocar brasiliense is native to Brazil and can be found in the states of Mato Grosso, Pará, and Rondônia.
Caryocar brasiliense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Caryocar brasiliense?
Caryocar brasiliense
What is the common name of Caryocar brasiliense?
Brazilian Caryocar
What is the natural habitat of Caryocar brasiliense?
Tropical rainforests of South America
Species in the Caryocar genus
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,
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-34625: Based on the initial data import
Jacques Cambessèdes (1799-1863): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cambess.' in the authors string.