Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
glazioviana
ID:
806834

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kiaersk.) G.M.Barroso ex Sobral

Source:
wcs

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Novon 16: 137 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000806168

Common Names

  • Myrciaria Glazioviana
  • Camu Camu
  • Cagaita

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Description

Myrciaria glazioviana (also called Glaziov's myrciaria, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub in the Myrtaceae family native to South America. It grows up to 5 meters in height and has white flowers. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in partially shaded areas.

Uses & Benefits

Myrciaria glazioviana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Myrciaria glazioviana is a white, fragrant flower with yellow stamens. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Myrciaria glazioviana is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 6 feet in height. It is native to Brazil. It can be propagated by seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist, well-drained soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Myrciaria glazioviana

Myrciaria glazioviana can be found in Brazil, in the states of Amazonas and Pará.

Myrciaria glazioviana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Myrciaria glazioviana?

Myrciaria glazioviana

What is the common name of Myrciaria glazioviana?

Glaziov's Myrciaria

What is the family of Myrciaria glazioviana?

Myrtaceae

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-344437: Based on the initial data import
Graziela Maciel Barroso (1912-2003): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.M.Barroso' in the authors string.
Marcos Sobral (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sobral' in the authors string.
Hjalmar Kiærskou (1835-1900): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kiaersk.' in the authors string.