Myrciaria vexator - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
McVaugh
Source:
wcs
Year:
1963
Citation Micro:
Fieldiana, Bot. 29: 503. 1963
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000248189
Common Names
- Myrciaria vexator
- Vexator Myrciaria
- Myrciaria Vexator
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Myrciaria vexator (also called Pitomba-de-Casca-Grossa, 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 vexator 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 vexator 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
Myrciaria vexator is a tropical fruit tree native to Brazil. It is best grown in full sun and well-draining soil. Propagation is done through seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be planted in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a potting mix with good drainage.
Where to Find Myrciaria vexator
Myrciaria vexator is native to Brazil and can be found in tropical and subtropical rainforests.
Myrciaria vexator FAQ
What is the scientific name of Myrciaria vexator?
Myrciaria vexator
What is the common name of Myrciaria vexator?
Vexator guava
What is the origin of Myrciaria vexator?
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-131899: Based on the initial data import
Rogers McVaugh (1909-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'McVaugh' in the authors string.