Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
insignis
ID:
395750

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mart.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1832

Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Sp. Pl. Bras. 3: 169 (1832)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000395082

Common Names

  • Insignis Platonia
  • Insignis Star Apple
  • Insignis Golden Apple

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Description

Platonia insignis (also called 'Bacuripari', among many other common names) is a small evergreen tree native to South America. It has a dense, rounded crown and large, leathery, dark green leaves. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests, from sea level to 1,000 m altitude.

Uses & Benefits

Platonia insignis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat skin diseases, rheumatism, and fever.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Platonia insignis var. formosa R.E.Schult.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Platonia insignis is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, triangular-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Platonia insignis is a tropical plant native to the African continent. It is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny position. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Platonia insignis

Platonia insignis is native to Brazil and can be found in the Atlantic Forest.

Platonia insignis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Platonia insignis?

Platonia insignis

What is the common name of Platonia insignis?

Bacuri

Where is Platonia insignis found?

Platonia insignis is found in the Amazon rainforest in South America.

Species in the Platonia genus

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,