Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
hookeriana
ID:
575289

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Juss.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1840

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. sér. 2, 13: 324. 1840 [May 1840]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000574621

Common Names

  • Hooker's Bunchosia
  • Hooker's Peanut Butter Fruit
  • Hooker's Peanut Butter Tree

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Description

Bunchosia hookeriana (also called Hooker's Bunchosia, among many other common names) is a small, woody shrub native to Central and South America. It has small, oval-shaped leaves with a glossy green hue and small, yellow flowers. It is found in tropical forests and is often found growing in the understory of larger trees.

Uses & Benefits

Bunchosia hookeriana is used as a food source, as a medicinal plant, and as an ornamental plant. Its fruits are edible and can be used to make jams, jellies, and other preserves. The leaves can be used to make a tea that is said to have medicinal properties. It is also grown as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bunchosia hookeriana has small, yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bunchosia hookeriana is a species of flowering plant in the Malpighiaceae family. It is native to South America and is found in dry, rocky areas. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be watered regularly. It should be fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Bunchosia hookeriana

Bunchosia hookeriana is native to Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed habitats.

Bunchosia hookeriana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bunchosia hookeriana?

Bunchosia hookeriana

What is the common name of Bunchosia hookeriana?

Hooker's Bunchosia

Where is Bunchosia hookeriana native to?

Mexico

Species in the Bunchosia genus

Bunchosia acuminata, Bunchosia angustifolia, Bunchosia anomala, Bunchosia apiculata, Bunchosia argentea, Bunchosia armeniaca, Bunchosia articulata, Bunchosia berlinii, Bunchosia biocellata, Bunchosia bonplandiana, Bunchosia brevistyla, Bunchosia canescens, Bunchosia caroli, Bunchosia cauliflora, Bunchosia cestrifolia, Bunchosia costaricensis, Bunchosia cumanensis, Bunchosia decussiflora, Bunchosia deflexa, Bunchosia diphylla, Bunchosia dwyeri, Bunchosia ekmanii, Bunchosia elliptica, Bunchosia emarginata, Bunchosia glandulifera, Bunchosia glandulosa, Bunchosia gracilis, Bunchosia grandifolia, Bunchosia grayumii, Bunchosia guatemalensis, Bunchosia haitiensis, Bunchosia hartwegiana, Bunchosia hookeriana, Bunchosia hotteana, Bunchosia itacarensis, Bunchosia jamaicensis, Bunchosia lancifolia, Bunchosia lanieri, Bunchosia lindeniana, Bunchosia linearifolia, Bunchosia luzmariae, Bunchosia macilenta, Bunchosia macrophylla, Bunchosia maritima, Bunchosia matudai, Bunchosia mcvaughii, Bunchosia mesoamericana, Bunchosia mollis, Bunchosia montana, Bunchosia monticola,

Species in the Malpighiaceae family

Acmanthera cowanii, Acmanthera duckei, Acmanthera fernandesii, Acmanthera latifolia, Acmanthera longifolia, Acmanthera minima, Acmanthera parviflora, Acridocarpus adenophorus, Acridocarpus alopecurus, Acridocarpus alternifolius, Acridocarpus austrocaledonicus, Acridocarpus ballyi, Acridocarpus camerunensis, Acridocarpus chevalieri, Acridocarpus chloropterus, Acridocarpus congestus, Acridocarpus congolensis, Acridocarpus excelsus, Acridocarpus glaucescens, Acridocarpus hirundo, Acridocarpus humbertii, Acridocarpus humblotii, Acridocarpus katangensis, Acridocarpus ledermannii, Acridocarpus longifolius, Acridocarpus macrocalyx, Acridocarpus mayumbensis, Acridocarpus monodii, Acridocarpus natalitius, Acridocarpus oppositifolius, Acridocarpus orientalis, Acridocarpus pauciglandulosus, Acridocarpus perrieri, Acridocarpus plagiopterus, Acridocarpus prasinus, Acridocarpus scheffleri, Acridocarpus smeathmannii, Acridocarpus socotranus, Acridocarpus spectabilis, Acridocarpus staudtii, Acridocarpus ugandensis, Acridocarpus vanderystii, Acridocarpus vivy, Acridocarpus zanzibaricus, Adelphia hiraea, Adelphia macrophylla, Adelphia mirabilis, Adelphia platyrachis, Aenigmatanthera doniana, Aenigmatanthera lasiandra,

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