Myrciaria silveirana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
D.Legrand
Source:
wcs
Year:
1977
Citation Micro:
Fl. Ilustr. Catarin. 1(Mirt., Suppl. 1): 7. 1977
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000248171
Common Names
- Myrciaria silveirana
- Cupuacu do Norte
- Cupuacu do Cerrado
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Myrciaria silveirana (also called Jaboticaba, Brazilian Grape Tree, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the family Myrtaceae. It is native to Brazil and is found in the Atlantic Forest biome. It grows in moist, well-drained soils in tropical and subtropical climates.
Uses & Benefits
Myrciaria silveirana is used as an ornamental plant for its edible fruits. The fruits are used to make jams, jellies, and juices. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Myrciaria silveirana has small, white flowers with yellow anthers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and delicate, with small, oval leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cultivation and propagation of Myrciaria silveirana is best done through seed. The seed should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Once the seedlings have emerged, they should be transplanted to individual containers and kept in a sunny location. Water regularly and fertilize every few weeks.
Where to Find Myrciaria silveirana
Myrciaria silveirana is native to Brazil and can be found in tropical and subtropical rainforests.
Myrciaria silveirana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Myrciaria silveirana?
Myrciaria silveirana
What is the common name of Myrciaria silveirana?
Silver guava
What is the origin of Myrciaria silveirana?
South America
Species in the Myrciaria genus
Myrciaria borinquena, Myrciaria cordata, Myrciaria cuspidata, Myrciaria delicatula, Myrciaria disticha, Myrciaria dubia, Myrciaria ferruginea, Myrciaria floribunda, Myrciaria glanduliflora, Myrciaria glomerata, Myrciaria guaquiea, Myrciaria ibarrae, Myrciaria myrtifolia, Myrciaria pallida, Myrciaria plinioides, Myrciaria rojasii, Myrciaria strigipes, Myrciaria tenella, Myrciaria vexator, Myrciaria vismeifolia, Myrciaria puberulenta, Myrciaria glazioviana, Myrciaria pilosa, Myrciaria racemosa, Myrciaria aspera, Myrciaria alagoana, Myrciaria evanida, Myrciaria rupestris, Myrciaria micrantha, Myrciaria silveirana, Myrciaria una, Myrciaria chartacea, Myrciaria cambuca, Myrciaria alta,
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-131882: Based on the initial data import
C. Diego Legrand (1901-1986): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Legrand' in the authors string.