Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
floribunda
ID:
248766

Status:
valid

Authors:
O.Berg

Source:
wcs

Year:
1856

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 27: 330 (1856)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000248098

Common Names

  • Myrciaria floribunda
  • Floribunda Myrciaria
  • Myrciaria floribunda Tree

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Synonyms

  • Eugenia floribunda West [unknown]

Description

Myrciaria floribunda (also called Brazilian guava, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Myrtaceae. It is a shrub or small tree, with a rounded crown and a height of up to 5 meters. It is native to Brazil, Bolivia, Paraguay, and Argentina, and is found in tropical and subtropical forests, and in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Myrciaria floribunda is used as an ornamental plant, for landscaping, and as a source of food and medicine. It has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, and can be used to treat fever, diarrhea, and other digestive problems. It is also used to make jams, jellies, and other preserves.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Myrciaria floribunda is white, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and green, with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Myrciaria floribunda can be propagated by seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a potting mix with a high organic content. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Myrciaria floribunda

Myrciaria floribunda is native to Central and South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Myrciaria floribunda FAQ

What is the scientific name of Myrciaria floribunda?

Myrciaria floribunda

What type of plant is Myrciaria floribunda?

Myrciaria floribunda is a shrub or small tree.

Where is Myrciaria floribunda found?

Myrciaria floribunda is found in Brazil.

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-131815: Based on the initial data import
Otto Karl Berg (1815-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.Berg' in the authors string.