Eugenia tilarana - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Barrie
Source:
wcs
Year:
2005
Citation Micro:
Novon 15: 45 (2005)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000795109
Common Names
- Tilarana Eugenia
- Tilarana Cherry
- Tilarana Surinam Cherry
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Eugenia tilarana (also called Tilaran, 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 tilarana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating respiratory problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Eugenia tilarana has white flowers with four petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with serrated edges.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Eugenia tilarana is a small evergreen tree or shrub native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. It is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be fertilized regularly with a balanced fertilizer. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Eugenia tilarana
Eugenia tilarana is native to the Atlantic Forest biome in Brazil.
Eugenia tilarana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Eugenia tilarana?
Eugenia tilarana
What is the natural habitat of Eugenia tilarana?
Tropical forests
What are the common uses of Eugenia tilarana?
Ornamental plants, medicinal purposes
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-333638: Based on the initial data import
Fred Barrie (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barrie' in the authors string.