Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
acutifolium
ID:
573044

Status:
valid

Authors:
Huber

Source:
cmp

Year:
1910

Citation Micro:
Bol. Mus. Goeldi Hist. Nat. Ethnogr. 6: 66 (1910)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000572376

Common Names

  • Thismia episcopalis
  • Brosimum multinervium
  • Brosimum parinarioides

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Synonyms

  • Brosimopsis acutifolia Ducke [unknown]
  • Brosimum acutifolium acutifolium [unknown]
  • Piratinera acutifolia Pittier [unknown]

Description

Brosimum acutifolium (also called Breadnut, Maya Nut, and Ramón, among many other common names) is a species of flowering tree in the family Moraceae. It is native to Central America and the Caribbean, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests. It is a medium-sized tree, growing up to 15 m tall, with a trunk up to 50 cm in diameter.

Uses & Benefits

Brosimum acutifolium is used in traditional medicine to treat fever and malaria, and as a diuretic. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Brosimum acutifolium sub. obovatum (Ducke) C.C.Berg
Brosimum acutifolium sub. interjectum C.C.Berg

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Brosimum acutifolium is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, oval-shaped seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brosimum acutifolium is a fast-growing shrub that can be propagated by cuttings. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a well-draining soil mix. The soil should be kept moist but not wet. The cuttings should be placed in a warm, bright location and should root within a few weeks. Once the cuttings have rooted, they can be transplanted into larger containers.

Where to Find Brosimum acutifolium

Brosimum acutifolium is native to tropical America and can be found in moist, shady areas.

Brosimum acutifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brosimum acutifolium?

Brosimum acutifolium

What is the natural habitat of Brosimum acutifolium?

Brosimum acutifolium is found in tropical forests in Central and South America.

What is the flower color of Brosimum acutifolium?

The flowers of Brosimum acutifolium are usually white or yellow.

Species in the Moraceae family

Allaeanthus greveanus, Allaeanthus kurzii, Allaeanthus luzonicus, Allaeanthus zeylanicus, Antiaris toxicaria, Antiaropsis decipiens, Antiaropsis uniflora, Artocarpus albobrunneus, Artocarpus altilis, Artocarpus altissimus, Artocarpus anisophyllus, Artocarpus annulatus, Artocarpus avatifolius, Artocarpus blancoi, Artocarpus brevipedunculatus, Artocarpus camansi, Artocarpus chama, Artocarpus corneri, Artocarpus elasticus, Artocarpus excelsus, Artocarpus fulvicortex, Artocarpus glaucus, Artocarpus gomezianus, Artocarpus gongshanensis, Artocarpus heterophyllus, Artocarpus hirsutus, Artocarpus hispidus, Artocarpus horridus, Artocarpus hypargyreus, Artocarpus integer, Artocarpus jarrettiae, Artocarpus kemando, Artocarpus lacucha, Artocarpus lanceifolius, Artocarpus longifolius, Artocarpus lowii, Artocarpus mariannensis, Artocarpus multifidus, Artocarpus nanchuanensis, Artocarpus nigrifolius, Artocarpus nitidus, Artocarpus nobilis, Artocarpus obtusus, Artocarpus odoratissimus, Artocarpus palembanicus, Artocarpus petelotii, Artocarpus pinnatisectus, Artocarpus pithecogallus, Artocarpus primackii, Artocarpus reticulatus,

References