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
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.
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,