Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
plumieri
ID:
407567

Status:
valid

Authors:
Griseb.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1859

Citation Micro:
Fl. Brit. W. I. : 106 (1859)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000406899

Common Names

  • Tovomita plumieri
  • Plumieri
  • Tovomita

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Synonyms

  • Tovomita martinicensis Vesque [unknown]

Description

Tovomita plumieri (also called Plumier's Tovomita, among many other common names) is an evergreen tree that grows up to 15 m in height. It has oblong-lanceolate leaves and white flowers. It is native to South America and is found in tropical forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Tovomita plumieri is used as an ornamental plant and for its timber. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, malaria, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tovomita plumieri has small, white flowers that grow in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tovomita plumieri is a slow-growing, evergreen tree that can reach up to 20 m in height. It is propagated by seed, and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is tolerant of light frost. It can be pruned to maintain a desired shape and size.

Where to Find Tovomita plumieri

Tovomita plumieri can be found in tropical rainforests in Central and South America.

Tovomita plumieri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tovomita plumieri?

Tovomita plumieri

What is the common name of Tovomita plumieri?

Plumieri

Where is Tovomita plumieri found?

Central America

Species in the Tovomita genus

Tovomita tenuiflora, Tovomita spruceana, Tovomita stergiosii, Tovomita weddelliana, Tovomita trojitana, Tovomita turbinata, Tovomita umbellata, Tovomita obovata, Tovomita plumieri, Tovomita parviflora, Tovomita macrocarpa, Tovomita longifolia, Tovomita macrophylla, Tovomita riedeliana, Tovomita rileyi, Tovomita rubella, Tovomita schomburgkii, Tovomita humilis, Tovomita killipii, Tovomita atropurpurea, Tovomita auriculata, Tovomita brasiliensis, Tovomita carinata, Tovomita brevistaminea, Tovomita albiflora, Tovomita acutiflora, Tovomita glazioviana, Tovomita gracilipes, Tovomita coriacea, Tovomita elliptica, Tovomita fructipendula, Tovomita fanshawei, Tovomita foldatsii, Tovomita eggersii, Tovomita angustata, Tovomita gazelii, Tovomita micrantha, Tovomita clarkii, Tovomita calodictyos, Tovomita grata, Tovomita mangle, Tovomita obscura, Tovomita uniflora, Tovomita amazonica, Tovomita caloneura, Tovomita chachapoyasensis, Tovomita duckei, Tovomita glossophylla, Tovomita krukovii, Tovomita lanceolata,

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,