Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dilleniales
Species:
herrerae
ID:
654149

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.Pérez

Source:
cmp

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Fontqueria 40: 43 (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000653481

Common Names

  • Herrerae Doliocarpus
  • Doliocarpus Herrerae
  • Doliocarpus Bean

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Description

Doliocarpus herrerae (also called Herrera's Doliocarpus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Lecythidaceae family. It is native to South America and is found in tropical rainforests. It is a medium-sized tree with a dense crown and a short trunk. It has dark green, glossy leaves and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Doliocarpus herrerae is used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control. It has medicinal properties and can be used as a food source.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Doliocarpus herrerae is a small, white, five-petaled flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Doliocarpus herrerae can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings can be taken in late spring or early summer and should be rooted in a well-drained soil mix. The plant should be kept in a warm, sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Doliocarpus herrerae

Doliocarpus herrerae can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America, from Mexico to Bolivia.

Doliocarpus herrerae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Doliocarpus herrerae?

Doliocarpus herrerae

What is the family of Doliocarpus herrerae?

Fabaceae

What is the common name of Doliocarpus herrerae?

Herrera's Doliocarpus

Species in the Doliocarpus genus

Doliocarpus leiophyllus, Doliocarpus paucinervis, Doliocarpus schultesianus, Doliocarpus triananus, Doliocarpus amazonicus, Doliocarpus aracaensis, Doliocarpus areolatus, Doliocarpus aureobaccatus, Doliocarpus brevipedicellatus, Doliocarpus carnevaliorum, Doliocarpus chocoensis, Doliocarpus dasyanthus, Doliocarpus dentatus, Doliocarpus dressleri, Doliocarpus elegans, Doliocarpus elliptifolius, Doliocarpus foreroi, Doliocarpus gentryi, Doliocarpus glomeratus, Doliocarpus gracilis, Doliocarpus grandiflorus, Doliocarpus guianensis, Doliocarpus herrerae, Doliocarpus hispidobaccatus, Doliocarpus hispidus, Doliocarpus humboldtianus, Doliocarpus kubitzkii, Doliocarpus lancifolius, Doliocarpus liesneri, Doliocarpus lombardii, Doliocarpus lopez-palacii, Doliocarpus macrocarpus, Doliocarpus magnificus, Doliocarpus major, Doliocarpus multiflorus, Doliocarpus nitidus, Doliocarpus novogranatensis, Doliocarpus olivaceus, Doliocarpus ortegae, Doliocarpus paraensis, Doliocarpus pipolyi, Doliocarpus prancei, Doliocarpus pruskii, Doliocarpus sagolianus, Doliocarpus savannarum, Doliocarpus schottianus, Doliocarpus sellowianus, Doliocarpus sessiliflorus, Doliocarpus spatulifolius, Doliocarpus spraguei,

Species in the Dilleniaceae family

Acrotrema agastyamalayanum, Acrotrema arnottianum, Acrotrema costatum, Acrotrema dissectum, Acrotrema intermedium, Acrotrema lanceolatum, Acrotrema lyratum, Acrotrema thwaitesii, Acrotrema uniflorum, Acrotrema walkeri, Curatella americana, Davilla bahiana, Davilla bilobata, Davilla neei, Davilla alata, Davilla angustifolia, Davilla aspera, Davilla cearensis, Davilla cuatrecasasii, Davilla cuspidulata, Davilla elliptica, Davilla flexuosa, Davilla glabrata, Davilla glaziovii, Davilla grandiflora, Davilla kubitzkii, Davilla kunthii, Davilla lacunosa, Davilla latifolia, Davilla macrocarpa, Davilla morii, Davilla nitida, Davilla papyracea, Davilla pedicellaris, Davilla rugosa, Davilla sellowiana, Davilla steyermarkii, Davilla strigosa, Davilla aymardii, Davilla minutifolia, Davilla sessilifolia, Davilla lanosa, Davilla hirsuticarpa, Didesmandra aspera, Dillenia alata, Dillenia albiflos, Dillenia andamanica, Dillenia aurea, Dillenia auriculata, Dillenia beccariana,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2774727: Based on the initial data import
Jacqueline Pérez Camacho: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Pérez' in the authors string.