Eugenia subundulata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Kiaersk.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1893
Citation Micro:
Enum. Myrt. Bras. : 129 (1893)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000959213
Common Names
- Surinam Cherry
- Brazilian Cherry
- Pitanga
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Eugenia subundulata (also called Brazilian cherry, among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub in the family Myrtaceae. It is native to South America, where it is found in Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay. It typically grows in moist forests, as well as in disturbed areas such as roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Eugenia subundulata is used as an ornamental tree and for its timber, which is used in furniture and construction. It is also used medicinally for its antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Eugenia subundulata var. subundulataEugenia subundulata var. longipetiolata Mattos
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Eugenia subundulata is white, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is small, dark brown, and oval-shaped. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped plant with a single stem.
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Eugenia subundulata is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 3 m tall. It has a dense, rounded crown and can be propagated by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a warm, humid environment and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-draining medium. The plants should be kept in a warm, humid environment and watered regularly.
Where to Find Eugenia subundulata
Eugenia subundulata is native to South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical climates.
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-76973: Based on the initial data import
Hjalmar Kiærskou (1835-1900): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kiaersk.' in the authors string.