Status:
valid
Authors:
Barrie
Source:
wcs
Year:
2005
Citation Micro:
Novon 15: 37 (2005)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000795006
Common Names
- Paloverde Eugenia
- Paloverde
- Eugenia
Description
Eugenia paloverdensis (also called Paloverde, among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub native to the Atlantic Forest biome of Brazil. It is an evergreen shrub that typically grows to a height of 1–3 m. It is found in a variety of habitats such as rocky outcrops, sandstone cliffs, and in the understory of lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Eugenia paloverdensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Eugenia paloverdensis are white and have five petals. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Eugenia paloverdensis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and keep them in a warm, humid environment. The seeds should germinate in 2-3 weeks. To propagate by cuttings, take cuttings from the tips of the branches in spring or early summer, when the plant is actively growing. Dip the cuttings in a rooting hormone and plant them in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. The cuttings should root in 4-6 weeks.
Where to Find Eugenia paloverdensis
Eugenia paloverdensis is native to the Atlantic Forest biome in Brazil.
Eugenia paloverdensis FAQ
What is the common name of Eugenia paloverdensis?
Paloverde Eugenia
What is the natural habitat of Eugenia paloverdensis?
Tropical rainforests
What is the scientific name of Eugenia paloverdensis?
Eugenia paloverdensis
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,