Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Species:
prosthecesepala
ID:
794348

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kiaersk.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1893

Citation Micro:
Enum. Myrt. Bras. : 11 (1893)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000793681

Common Names

  • Guabiroba-de-prosthece-sepala
  • Guabiroba-de-mata
  • Guabiroba-do-campo

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Description

Campomanesia prosthecesepala (also called Sepal guava, among many other common names) is a small tree native to Brazil. It typically grows in tropical and subtropical forests, and is characterized by its white flowers and yellow-green fruits.

Uses & Benefits

Campomanesia prosthecesepala is used as an ornamental plant, with its fragrant flowers and attractive foliage. It can also be used for erosion control and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Campomanesia prosthecesepala 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 prosthecesepala is a small tree or shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the garden. It is best to water regularly and fertilize once a month during the growing season.

Where to Find Campomanesia prosthecesepala

Campomanesia prosthecesepala is native to Brazil.

Campomanesia prosthecesepala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Campomanesia prosthecesepala?

Campomanesia prosthecesepala

What is the common name of Campomanesia prosthecesepala?

Prosthece Sepala guava

What is the natural habitat of Campomanesia prosthecesepala?

Campomanesia prosthecesepala is found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America

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-33224: Based on the initial data import
Hjalmar Kiærskou (1835-1900): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kiaersk.' in the authors string.