Eugenia patrisii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Vahl
Source:
wcs
Year:
1798
Citation Micro:
Eclog. Amer. 2: 35 (1798)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000958497
Common Names
- Patrisii Eugenia
- Patrisii Surinam Cherry
- Patrisii Brazilian Cherry
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Eugenia patrisii (also called Patrisii-berry, among many other common names) is a small to medium-sized evergreen tree native to Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina. It has a dense, rounded crown and dark green, glossy leaves. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade and is tolerant of drought and salt spray.
Uses & Benefits
Eugenia patrisii is used as an ornamental plant, for its attractive foliage and fragrant flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Eugenia patrisii is a white or pinkish-white, four-petaled, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, ovoid drupe. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped leaves with a pointed tip.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Eugenia patrisii is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach a height of 6-8 feet. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall and rooted in a warm, moist environment.
Where to Find Eugenia patrisii
Eugenia patrisii is native to South America and can be found in the tropical rainforests of Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.
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-76314: Based on the initial data import
Martin Vahl (1749-1804): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vahl' in the authors string.