Couratari tenuicarpa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tenuicarpa
ID:
775803
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.C.Sm.
Source:
iplants
Year:
1936
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 2: 158 (1936)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000775136
Common Names
- Couratari tenuicarpa
- Slender-fruited Couratari
- Tenuicarpa Couratari
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Couratari tenuicarpa (also called Tenuicarpa, among many other common names) is a species of tree in the Lecythidaceae family. It is native to the Amazon Rainforest in South America, and is found in lowland tropical rainforest habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Couratari tenuicarpa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for furniture and construction. The wood is also used for fuel and charcoal.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Couratari tenuicarpa has white, fragrant flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Couratari tenuicarpa is a medium-sized tree, growing up to 25m in height. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny position. The seed should be soaked in water for 24 hours before sowing. Germination usually takes around 2-3 weeks.
Where to Find Couratari tenuicarpa
Couratari tenuicarpa can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Couratari tenuicarpa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Couratari tenuicarpa?
Couratari tenuicarpa
What is the common name of Couratari tenuicarpa?
Slender-fruited couratari
Where is Couratari tenuicarpa native to?
Brazil
Species in the Couratari genus
Couratari asterophora, Couratari asterotricha, Couratari atrovinosa, Couratari calycina, Couratari gloriosa, Couratari guianensis, Couratari longipedicellata, Couratari macrosperma, Couratari multiflora, Couratari oblongifolia, Couratari oligantha, Couratari prancei, Couratari pyramidata, Couratari riparia, Couratari sandwithii, Couratari scottmorii, Couratari stellata, Couratari tauari, Couratari tenuicarpa,
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-313700: Based on the initial data import
Albert Charles Smith (1906-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.C.Sm.' in the authors string.