Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tocuchensis
ID:
613161

Status:
valid

Authors:
Britton

Source:
cmp

Year:
1922

Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 48: 333. 1922

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000612493

Common Names

  • Clusia Tocuchensis
  • Tocuchensis Clusia
  • Tocuchén Clusia

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Description

Clusia tocuchensis (also called Tocuche Clusia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to South America. It has glossy, leathery leaves and white flowers that bloom in the spring. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Clusia tocuchensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Clusia tocuchensis has small, white flowers with yellow stamens. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and green with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Clusia tocuchensis is a tropical shrub or small tree that is native to Central and South America. It is often grown as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is easy to propagate from cuttings and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and regular watering. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every few months.

Where to Find Clusia tocuchensis

Clusia tocuchensis is native to the Caribbean and can be found in the tropical rainforests of Cuba, Jamaica, and Hispaniola.

Clusia tocuchensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Clusia tocuchensis?

Clusia tocuchensis

What is the common name of Clusia tocuchensis?

Tocuche Clusia

What are the characteristics of Clusia tocuchensis?

Clusia tocuchensis is a shrub or small tree with leathery, glossy leaves and small white flowers with a sweet, spicy scent.

Species in the Clusia genus

Clusia nipensis, Clusia pachamamae, Clusia abbottii, Clusia acuminata, Clusia aemygdioi, Clusia alainii, Clusia alata, Clusia amabilis, Clusia amazonica, Clusia androphora, Clusia angustifolia, Clusia annularis, Clusia araracuarae, Clusia aripoensis, Clusia aristeguietae, Clusia articulata, Clusia asymmetrica, Clusia aymardii, Clusia belizensis, Clusia bernardoi, Clusia bicolor, Clusia botryoidea, Clusia brachycarpa, Clusia brachystyla, Clusia bracteosa, Clusia brittonii, Clusia brongniartiana, Clusia burchellii, Clusia burle-marxii, Clusia caicedoi, Clusia cajamarcensis, Clusia cajambrensis, Clusia calimae, Clusia callosa, Clusia candelabrum, Clusia carachensis, Clusia cardonae, Clusia carinata, Clusia cassinioides, Clusia caudata, Clusia celiae, Clusia centricupula, Clusia cerroana, Clusia chiribiquetensis, Clusia chusqueae, Clusia clarendonensis, Clusia clusioides, Clusia cochlanthera, Clusia cochliformis, Clusia cochlitheca,

Species in the Clusiaceae family

Agasthiyamalaia pauciflora, Allanblackia floribunda, Allanblackia gabonensis, Allanblackia kimbiliensis, Allanblackia kisonghi, Allanblackia marienii, Allanblackia staneriana, Allanblackia stuhlmannii, Allanblackia ulugurensis, Chrysochlamys allenii, Chrysochlamys alterninervia, Chrysochlamys angustifolia, Chrysochlamys balboa, Chrysochlamys bracteolata, Chrysochlamys caribaea, Chrysochlamys colombiana, Chrysochlamys conferta, Chrysochlamys cuneata, Chrysochlamys dependens, Chrysochlamys eclipes, Chrysochlamys floribunda, Chrysochlamys glauca, Chrysochlamys gloriosa, Chrysochlamys goudotii, Chrysochlamys guatemaltecana, Chrysochlamys laxa, Chrysochlamys macrophylla, Chrysochlamys membranacea, Chrysochlamys membrillensis, Chrysochlamys micrantha, Chrysochlamys multiflora, Chrysochlamys myrcioides, Chrysochlamys nicaraguensis, Chrysochlamys pachypoda, Chrysochlamys pauciflora, Chrysochlamys pavonii, Chrysochlamys psychotriifolia, Chrysochlamys silvicola, Chrysochlamys skutchii, Chrysochlamys tenuifolia, Chrysochlamys tenuis, Chrysochlamys ulei, Chrysochlamys weberbaueri, Chrysochlamys chrisharonii, Clusia nipensis, Clusia pachamamae, Clusia abbottii, Clusia acuminata, Clusia aemygdioi, Clusia alainii,

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