Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sobralii
ID:
836135

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mattos

Source:
wcs

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Loefgrenia 123: 1 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000835470

Common Names

  • Eugenia Sobralii
  • Sobralii Eugenia
  • Eugenia Sobrali

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Description

Eugenia sobralii (also called Sobral's Eugenia, among many other common names) is a species of tree native to the Caribbean. It has a tall, slender trunk and large, glossy leaves. It grows in humid, tropical forests and is found in the islands of Jamaica, Cuba, and Hispaniola.

Uses & Benefits

Eugenia sobralii is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, colds, and rheumatism. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eugenia sobralii is a small, white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eugenia sobralii is a terrestrial or lithophytic shrub native to Brazil. It is an easy-to-grow species that prefers warm temperatures and bright light. It can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. Seeds should be sown on a medium of sphagnum moss and kept moist and warm until germination. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer when the plant is actively growing.

Where to Find Eugenia sobralii

Eugenia sobralii is native to Brazil and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Eugenia sobralii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eugenia sobralii?

Eugenia sobralii

What type of plant is Eugenia sobralii?

Eugenia sobralii is a shrub.

What is the natural habitat of Eugenia sobralii?

Eugenia sobralii is native to Brazil.

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,

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