Status:
valid
Authors:
Poepp. & Endl.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1838
Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Sp. Pl. 2: 30 (1838)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000456057
Common Names
- Trymatococcus Amazonicus
- Amazonicus Orchid
- Amazonicus Lipstick Orchid
Synonyms
- Lanessania turbinata Baill. [unknown]
- Trymatococcus turbinatus Ducke [unknown]
- Trymatococcus paraensis Ducke [unknown]
Description
Trymatococcus amazonicus (also called 'Amazonian Trymatococcus', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Moraceae. It is native to South America. This plant typically grows in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Trymatococcus amazonicus is used as a source of biofuel and as a soil conditioner.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Trymatococcus amazonicus is small, white and fragrant. The seed is a small, dark brown nut and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Trymatococcus amazonicus is a tropical rainforest tree native to the Amazon rainforest. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers a warm, humid climate and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade.
Where to Find Trymatococcus amazonicus
Trymatococcus amazonicus can be found in tropical rainforests in South America.
Trymatococcus amazonicus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Trymatococcus amazonicus?
Trymatococcus amazonicus
What is the common name of Trymatococcus amazonicus?
Amazonian Trymatococcus
What is the habitat of Trymatococcus amazonicus?
It is found in tropical and subtropical forests
Species in the Trymatococcus genus
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,