Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
nitida
ID:
575330

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Jacq.) A.Rich.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1811

Citation Micro:
Ann. Mus. Hist. Nat. 18: 481 1811

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000574662

Common Names

  • Nitid Bunchosia
  • Nitid Peanut Butter Fruit
  • Nitid Peanut Butter Tree

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Synonyms

  • Bunchosia cornifolia Kunth [unknown]
  • Bunchosia glauca Kunth [unknown]
  • Bunchosia glauca Seem. ex Hemsl. [unknown]
  • Bunchosia media bicarpellaris Nied. [unknown]
  • Bunchosia nitida domingensis Urb. & Nied. [unknown]
  • Bunchosia nitida parvifolia Juss. [unknown]
  • Malpighia media R.Br. [unknown]

Description

Bunchosia nitida (also called Shiny Bunchosia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 4 m in height. It is native to Mexico and Central America, and is found in tropical and subtropical dry forests, tropical and subtropical moist forests, and tropical and subtropical dry shrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Bunchosia nitida is an ornamental plant, often used in gardens and landscaping. It has edible fruits and leaves, which can be used in salads or cooked. The leaves can also be used to make tea. The plant is also known for its medicinal properties, which include treating fever, skin infections, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Bunchosia nitida are small and yellow in color. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bunchosia nitida is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in a light, well-drained soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Bunchosia nitida

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

Bunchosia nitida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bunchosia nitida?

Bunchosia nitida

What is the natural habitat of Bunchosia nitida?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

What is the average size of Bunchosia nitida?

2-4 m in height

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,

References

Achille Richard (1794-1852): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Rich.' in the authors string.
Nikolaus Joseph von Jacquin (1727-1817): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jacq.' in the authors string.