Status:
valid
Authors:
Prance
Source:
wcs
Year:
1972
Citation Micro:
Fl. Neotrop. Monogr. 9: 258 (1972)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000830705
Common Names
- Couepia Parvifolia
- Parvifolia Couepia
- Small-Leaved Couepia
Description
Couepia parvifolia (also called Small-leaved Couepia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Chrysobalanaceae family. It is native to Central and South America. It is a shrub or small tree, reaching heights of 3–10 m. The leaves are oval to oblong-lanceolate, 4–10 cm long and 1–3 cm wide.
Uses & Benefits
Couepia parvifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a shade tree in coffee plantations. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Couepia parvifolia is white and has five petals. The seed is black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Couepia parvifolia is a perennial shrub native to Brazil. It can be propagated from seed or by cuttings. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It should be planted in spring or fall and should be watered regularly. Fertilize in spring and summer with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Couepia parvifolia
Couepia parvifolia can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Couepia parvifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Couepia parvifolia?
Couepia parvifolia
What is the natural habitat of Couepia parvifolia?
Tropical moist lowland forests
What is the flowering period of Couepia parvifolia?
April to August
Species in the Couepia genus
Couepia belemii,
Couepia bernardii,
Couepia bondarii,
Couepia bracteosa,
Couepia canomensis,
Couepia carautae,
Couepia caryophylloides,
Couepia cataractae,
Couepia chrysocalyx,
Couepia cidiana,
Couepia coarctata,
Couepia comosa,
Couepia eriantha,
Couepia excelsa,
Couepia exflexa,
Couepia froesii,
Couepia glabra,
Couepia grandiflora,
Couepia guianensis,
Couepia habrantha,
Couepia hondurasensis,
Couepia impressa,
Couepia insignis,
Couepia joaquinae,
Couepia krukovii,
Couepia latifolia,
Couepia leitaofilhoi,
Couepia longipetiolata,
Couepia macrophylla,
Couepia magnoliifolia,
Couepia maguirei,
Couepia marleneae,
Couepia martini,
Couepia meridionalis,
Couepia monteclarensis,
Couepia morii,
Couepia multiflora,
Couepia nutans,
Couepia obovata,
Couepia ovalifolia,
Couepia paraensis,
Couepia parvifolia,
Couepia pernambucensis,
Couepia polyandra,
Couepia rankiniae,
Couepia reflexa,
Couepia robusta,
Couepia rufa,
Couepia sandwithii,
Couepia schottii,
Species in the Chrysobalanaceae family
Acioa edulis,
Acioa guianensis,
Acioa schultesii,
Acioa somnolens,
Acioa longipendula,
Acioa dolichopoda,
Afrolicania elaeosperma,
Angelesia splendens,
Angelesia fusicarpa,
Angelesia palawanensis,
Atuna cordata,
Atuna elliptica,
Atuna excelsa,
Atuna indica,
Atuna latifrons,
Atuna nannodes,
Atuna penangiana,
Atuna travancorica,
Bafodeya benna,
Chrysobalanus cuspidatus,
Chrysobalanus icaco,
Chrysobalanus prancei,
Couepia belemii,
Couepia bernardii,
Couepia bondarii,
Couepia bracteosa,
Couepia canomensis,
Couepia carautae,
Couepia caryophylloides,
Couepia cataractae,
Couepia chrysocalyx,
Couepia cidiana,
Couepia coarctata,
Couepia comosa,
Couepia eriantha,
Couepia excelsa,
Couepia exflexa,
Couepia froesii,
Couepia glabra,
Couepia grandiflora,
Couepia guianensis,
Couepia habrantha,
Couepia hondurasensis,
Couepia impressa,
Couepia insignis,
Couepia joaquinae,
Couepia krukovii,
Couepia latifolia,
Couepia leitaofilhoi,
Couepia longipetiolata,