Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bullatifolia
ID:
1317786

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.L.Kawas. & Á.J.Pérez

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Harvard Pap. Bot. 20: 84 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001330240

Common Names

  • Eugenia bullatifolia
  • Bullate Eugenia
  • Bullate Cherry

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Description

Eugenia bullatifolia (also called Bullate-leaved Eugenia, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Myrtaceae family. It is a perennial herb with a creeping rhizome. It is native to Peru, and grows in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Eugenia bullatifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eugenia bullatifolia is a small, white, five-petaled flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedling is a small, green, pointed leaf with a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eugenia bullatifolia is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Eugenia bullatifolia

Eugenia bullatifolia is native to the Caribbean region.

Eugenia bullatifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eugenia bullatifolia?

Eugenia bullatifolia

What is the natural habitat of Eugenia bullatifolia?

Tropical forests of Southeast Asia

What are the medicinal uses of Eugenia bullatifolia?

It is used to treat fever, inflammation, and other ailments

Species in the Eugenia genus

Eugenia conduplicata, Eugenia magna, Eugenia manickamiana, Eugenia myrciariifolia, Eugenia rizziniana, Eugenia seithurensis, Eugenia yatuae, Eugenia subreticulata, Eugenia bergii, Eugenia belloi, Eugenia breedlovei, Eugenia cararensis, Eugenia cerrocacaoensis, Eugenia chavarriae, Eugenia cocosensis, Eugenia coibensis, Eugenia corusca, Eugenia earthiana, Eugenia esteliensis, Eugenia farinacea, Eugenia galbaoensis, Eugenia gomezii, Eugenia grayumii, Eugenia grijalvae, Eugenia hammelii, Eugenia hartshornii, Eugenia herrerae, Eugenia intibucana, Eugenia inversa, Eugenia lempana, Eugenia liesneri, Eugenia lithosperma, Eugenia locuples, Eugenia magniflora, Eugenia mcphersonii, Eugenia molinae, Eugenia monteverdensis, Eugenia paloverdensis, Eugenia quercetorum, Eugenia riosae, Eugenia sancarlosensis, Eugenia selvana, Eugenia shimishito, Eugenia tilarana, Eugenia verruculata, Eugenia zuchowskiae, Eugenia churutensis, Eugenia darcyi, Eugenia shettyana, Eugenia conchalensis,

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

Maria Lucia Kawasaki: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.L.Kawas.' in the authors string.
Álvaro J. Pérez: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Á.J.Pérez' in the authors string.