Eugenia papalensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Standl. & Steyerm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1944
Citation Micro:
Publ. Field Columb. Mus., Bot. Ser. 23: 130 (1944)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000958472
Common Names
- Papalensis Eugenia
- Papalensis Surinam Cherry
- Papalensis Brazilian Cherry
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Eugenia papalensis (also called Surinam cherry, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Myrtaceae. It is native to South America, where it grows in tropical and subtropical forests. It is a shrub or small tree, growing to a height of up to 5 m (16 ft).
Uses & Benefits
Eugenia papalensis is used as an ornamental plant and its wood is used for making furniture and other items.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Eugenia papalensis is white and fragrant. The seed is a small, dark brown, round seed. The seedling is a small, green plant with a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Eugenia papalensis is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 5 m in height. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood or hardwood and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. Keep the cuttings moist until they are well-rooted.
Where to Find Eugenia papalensis
Eugenia papalensis is found in tropical rainforests in Central and South America, including Venezuela, Colombia, and Ecuador.
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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-76290: Based on the initial data import
Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.
Julian Alfred Steyermark (1909-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steyerm.' in the authors string.