Cerradicola bullata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bullata
ID:
1515228
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Benth.) L.P.Queiroz
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2020
Citation Micro:
Neodiversity13(1): 85 (2020)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000002850
Common Names
- Cerradicola bullata
- Bullata Cerradicola
- Cerradicola Bullata
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cerradicola bullata (also called Cerradicola-de-bola, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to the Atlantic Forest of Brazil. It has a rounded crown and grows up to 6 m tall. Its leaves are alternate, simple, and lanceolate with entire margins. Its flowers are yellow and its fruits are globose and red. It is found in humid forests, in areas with high rainfall.
Uses & Benefits
Cerradicola bullata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its timber, which is used in furniture making and for firewood.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Cerradicola bullata var. bullataCerradicola bullata var. magnifolia (Burkart) L.P.Queiroz
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Cerradicola bullata are yellow and have five petals. The seeds are small, black, and round in shape. The seedlings are thin and have two cotyledons.
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Cerradicola bullata is a slow-growing, drought-tolerant shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It can be grown in a variety of soils, but prefers well-drained soils with a pH between 6.5 and 7.5. It is best to sow the seeds in a sunny location and keep the soil moist until germination. Once established, Cerradicola bullata is relatively drought tolerant and can tolerate occasional flooding.
Where to Find Cerradicola bullata
Cerradicola bullata can be found in the Cerrado region of Brazil.
Cerradicola bullata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cerradicola bullata?
Cerradicola bullata
What is the family of Cerradicola bullata?
Asteraceae
Where is Cerradicola bullata found?
Brazil
Species in the Cerradicola genus
Cerradicola praeandina, Cerradicola longifolia, Cerradicola diversifolia, Cerradicola peduncularis, Cerradicola nana, Cerradicola lamprophylla, Cerradicola irwinii, Cerradicola heringeri, Cerradicola grewiifolia, Cerradicola eriosematoides, Cerradicola elliptica, Cerradicola bullata, Cerradicola boavista, Cerradicola aurea, Cerradicola decumbens, Cerradicola rotundifolia,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Legume Data Portal link for: Cerradicola bullata (Benth.) L.P.Queiroz: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.