Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Species:
guaviroba
ID:
793872

Status:
valid

Authors:
(DC.) Kiaersk.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1893

Citation Micro:
Enum. Myrt. Bras. (1893) 8. [Oct-Nov 1893]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000793205

Common Names

  • Guaviroba
  • Guaviroba-verdadeira
  • Guaviroba-branca

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Description

Campomanesia guaviroba (also called Guaviroba guavaberry, among many other common names) is a small tree native to the Atlantic Forest of Brazil. It has a smooth, grey bark and its leaves are dark green and glossy. It grows in humid, lowland forests, and can be found in Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina.

Uses & Benefits

Campomanesia guaviroba is used for its edible fruits, which are used to make jams, jellies, and other food products. The leaves are also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Campomanesia guaviroba is a small white or pink flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oblong seed. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Campomanesia guaviroba is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months. Pruning is recommended to keep the shrub in shape.

Where to Find Campomanesia guaviroba

Campomanesia guaviroba can be found in the Atlantic Forest biome in Brazil.

Campomanesia guaviroba FAQ

What is the scientific name of Campomanesia guaviroba?

Campomanesia guaviroba

What is the family of Campomanesia guaviroba?

Myrtaceae

What is the common name of Campomanesia guaviroba?

Guaviroba Guava

Species in the Campomanesia genus

Campomanesia anemonea, Campomanesia macrobracteolata, Campomanesia adamantium, Campomanesia aprica, Campomanesia aromatica, Campomanesia aurea, Campomanesia dichotoma, Campomanesia espiritosantensis, Campomanesia eugenioides, Campomanesia fruticosa, Campomanesia grandiflora, Campomanesia guaviroba, Campomanesia guazumifolia, Campomanesia hirsuta, Campomanesia ilhoensis, Campomanesia laurifolia, Campomanesia lineatifolia, Campomanesia lundiana, Campomanesia mediterranea, Campomanesia neriiflora, Campomanesia pabstiana, Campomanesia phaea, Campomanesia prosthecesepala, Campomanesia pubescens, Campomanesia racemosa, Campomanesia reitziana, Campomanesia rhombea, Campomanesia rufa, Campomanesia schlechtendaliana, Campomanesia sessiliflora, Campomanesia simulans, Campomanesia speciosa, Campomanesia terminalis, Campomanesia thea, Campomanesia transalpina, Campomanesia velutina, Campomanesia xanthocarpa, Campomanesia blanchetiana, Campomanesia cucullata, Campomanesia costata, Campomanesia cavalcantina, Campomanesia guaviroba, Campomanesia sepalifolia, Campomanesia arenaria, Campomanesia dentata,

Species in the Myrtaceae family

Acca lanuginosa, Acca macrostema, Accara elegans, Actinodium cunninghamii, Agonis baxteri, Agonis flexuosa, Agonis grandiflora, Agonis theiformis, Agonis undulata, Agonis hypericifolia, Algrizea macrochlamys, Algrizea minor, Allosyncarpia ternata, Aluta appressa, Aluta aspera, Aluta maisonneuvei, Aluta quadrata, Aluta teres, Amomyrtella irregularis, Amomyrtella guilii, Amomyrtus luma, Amomyrtus meli, Angophora bakeri, Angophora clelandi, Angophora costata, Angophora crassifolia, Angophora dichromophloia, Angophora euryphylla, Angophora exul, Angophora floribunda, Angophora hispida, Angophora inopina, Angophora leiocarpa, Angophora melanoxylon, Angophora paludosa, Angophora robur, Angophora subvelutina, Angophora woodsiana, Angophora clelandii, Anticoryne diosmoides, Anticoryne ovalifolia, Anticoryne melanosperma, Archirhodomyrtus baladensis, Archirhodomyrtus beckleri, Archirhodomyrtus paitensis, Archirhodomyrtus turbinata, Archirhodomyrtus vieillardii, Arillastrum gummiferum, Astartea aspera, Astartea corniculata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-33178: Based on the initial data import
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Hjalmar Kiærskou (1835-1900): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kiaersk.' in the authors string.