Eugenia uxpanapensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
P.E.Sánchez & L.M.Ortega
Source:
wcs
Year:
1987
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 63: 404 (1987)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000959425
Common Names
- Uxpanapensis Eugenia
- Uxpanapensis Surinam Cherry
- Uxpanapensis Brazilian Cherry
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Eugenia uxpanapensis (also called Uxpanapensis, among many other common names) is a small tree native to Central and South America. It has small, white flowers that bloom in the spring and summer. The plant grows in moist, well-drained soils and is tolerant of shade.
Uses & Benefits
Eugenia uxpanapensis is used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and antispasmodic properties. It is also used in aromatherapy and to create fragrances.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Eugenia uxpanapensis has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are thin and delicate, with small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Eugenia uxpanapensis is a shrub native to Mexico. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a moist soil mix.
Where to Find Eugenia uxpanapensis
Eugenia uxpanapensis is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It is found in tropical forests, woodlands, and disturbed areas.
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-77166: Based on the initial data import
Pablo E. Sánchez Vindas: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.E.Sánchez' in the authors string.
L.M. Ortega: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.M.Ortega' in the authors string.