Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gogo
ID:
1316694

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Chev. ex Kenfack

Source:
ipni

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Harvard Pap. Bot. 16: 192 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001329148

Common Names

  • Carapa gogo
  • Gogo Carapa
  • Gogo Andiroba

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Description

Carapa gogo (also called Gogo Carapa, among many other common names) is a species of tree native to the Amazon rainforest. It grows in humid forests, at elevations of 500-1000m. It has a tall, upright trunk with a few branches and large, green leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Carapa gogo is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Carapa gogo is yellow and has a bell-like shape. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are delicate and have thin stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Carapa gogo is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun or partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division or seed.

Where to Find Carapa gogo

Carapa gogo is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America, including Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, Venezuela, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, and Brazil.

Carapa gogo FAQ

What is the common name of Carapa gogo?

Gogo Carapa

What type of soil does Carapa gogo prefer?

Well-drained, acidic soil

What type of climate does Carapa gogo prefer?

Humid, tropical climate

Species in the Meliaceae family

Aglaia cooperae, Aglaia agglomerata, Aglaia aherniana, Aglaia amplexicaulis, Aglaia angustifolia, Aglaia apiocarpa, Aglaia archboldiana, Aglaia argentea, Aglaia australiensis, Aglaia barbanthera, Aglaia basiphylla, Aglaia beccarii, Aglaia brassii, Aglaia breviracemosa, Aglaia brownii, Aglaia bullata, Aglaia ceramica, Aglaia chittagonga, Aglaia conferta, Aglaia coriacea, Aglaia costata, Aglaia crassinervia, Aglaia cremea, Aglaia cucullata, Aglaia cumingiana, Aglaia cuspidata, Aglaia densisquama, Aglaia densitricha, Aglaia edulis, Aglaia elaeagnoidea, Aglaia elliptica, Aglaia erythrosperma, Aglaia euryanthera, Aglaia evansensis, Aglaia eximia, Aglaia exstipulata, Aglaia flavescens, Aglaia flavida, Aglaia forbesii, Aglaia foveolata, Aglaia fragilis, Aglaia glabrata, Aglaia gracilis, Aglaia grandis, Aglaia heterotricha, Aglaia hiernii, Aglaia ijzermannii, Aglaia integrifolia, Aglaia korthalsii, Aglaia lancilimba,

References

Auguste Chevalier (1873-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Chev.' in the authors string.
David Kenfack (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kenfack' in the authors string.