Naucleopsis glabra - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
glabra
ID:
1085398
Status:
valid
Authors:
Spruce ex Pittier
Source:
tro
Year:
1912
Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. xiii. 440 (1912).
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001084736
Common Names
- Naucleopsis glabra
- Smooth Naucleopsis
- Smooth-barked Naucleopsis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Naucleopsis glabra (also called 'Smooth Naucleopsis', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen tree native to the rainforests of Central and South America. It has a dense, upright canopy and grows up to 10 m in height. Its leaves are glossy green and oblong in shape. It is found in moist, tropical habitats and is often found in secondary forests.
Uses & Benefits
Naucleopsis glabra is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Naucleopsis glabra are small and white, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and light green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Naucleopsis glabra is a small tree that can be propagated from seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Once the seedlings have emerged, they should be transplanted into individual containers and grown in a warm, sunny location. The trees should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.
Where to Find Naucleopsis glabra
Naucleopsis glabra is found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Species in the Naucleopsis genus
Naucleopsis oblongifolia, Naucleopsis naga, Naucleopsis imitans, Naucleopsis ulei, Naucleopsis chiguila, Naucleopsis capirensis, Naucleopsis francisci, Naucleopsis guianensis, Naucleopsis macrophylla, Naucleopsis glabra, Naucleopsis ternstroemiiflora, Naucleopsis concinna, Naucleopsis krukovii, Naucleopsis pseudonaga, Naucleopsis caloneura, Naucleopsis humilis, Naucleopsis herrerensis, Naucleopsis straminea, Naucleopsis velutina, Naucleopsis riparia, Naucleopsis insculptula, Naucleopsis jamariensis, Naucleopsis glabra, Naucleopsis inaequalis, Naucleopsis stipularis,
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
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-21300538: Based on the initial data import
Henri François Pittier (1857-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pittier' in the authors string.
Richard Spruce (1817-1893): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spruce' in the authors string.