Status:
valid
Authors:
W.A.Rodrigues
Source:
iplants
Year:
1974
Citation Micro:
Acta Amazonica 4: 5 (1974)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000775085
Common Names
- Corythophora rimosa
- Rimose Corythophora
- Rimosa Corythophora
Description
Corythophora rimosa (also called Brazilian Rosewood, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Lecythidaceae family. It is native to tropical South America, and is found in lowland and montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Corythophora rimosa is used as an ornamental plant, for its fragrant flowers, and as a windbreak or hedge.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Corythophora rimosa sub. rimosa
Corythophora rimosa sub. rubra S.A.Mori
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Corythophora rimosa has white, fragrant flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Corythophora rimosa is a small to medium-sized tree, growing up to 8-10 m in height. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained, moist soil. Propagation is usually by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seed should be sown in a warm, sunny position in a well-drained soil. Germination usually takes place within 2-3 weeks.
Where to Find Corythophora rimosa
Corythophora rimosa is native to Brazil.
Corythophora rimosa FAQ
What is the common name of Corythophora rimosa?
Brazil Nut
What is the natural habitat of Corythophora rimosa?
Tropical rainforests
What is the scientific classification of Corythophora rimosa?
Kingdom: Plantae, Order: Ericales, Family: Lecythidaceae, Genus: Corythophora
Species in the Corythophora genus
Species in the Lecythidaceae family
Allantoma lineata,
Allantoma pauciramosa,
Allantoma uaupensis,
Allantoma kuhlmannii,
Allantoma pachyantha,
Allantoma pluriflora,
Allantoma decandra,
Allantoma integrifolia,
Asteranthos brasiliensis,
Barringtonia acutangula,
Barringtonia apiculata,
Barringtonia ashtonii,
Barringtonia asiatica,
Barringtonia angusta,
Barringtonia belagaensis,
Barringtonia calyptrata,
Barringtonia calyptrocalyx,
Barringtonia conoidea,
Barringtonia corneri,
Barringtonia curranii,
Barringtonia edulis,
Barringtonia filirachis,
Barringtonia fusiformis,
Barringtonia gigantostachya,
Barringtonia hallieri,
Barringtonia havilandii,
Barringtonia integrifolia,
Barringtonia josephstaalensis,
Barringtonia khaoluangensis,
Barringtonia lanceolata,
Barringtonia lauterbachii,
Barringtonia longifolia,
Barringtonia longipes,
Barringtonia longisepala,
Barringtonia macrocarpa,
Barringtonia macrostachya,
Barringtonia neocaledonica,
Barringtonia niedenzuana,
Barringtonia novae-hiberniae,
Barringtonia palawanensis,
Barringtonia papeh,
Barringtonia papuana,
Barringtonia pauciflora,
Barringtonia payensiana,
Barringtonia pendula,
Barringtonia procera,
Barringtonia pseudoglomerata,
Barringtonia pterita,
Barringtonia racemosa,
Barringtonia reticulata,