Plinia guanacastensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Barrie
Source:
wcs
Year:
2004
Citation Micro:
Novon 14: 389 (2004)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000799049
Common Names
- Plinia Guanacastensis
- Guanacastensis Plinia
- Guanacast Plinia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Plinia guanacastensis (also called Guanacaste Plinia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Myrtaceae family. It is native to South America. It is a shrub, growing up to 4 m tall, with opposite, entire leaves and white flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests, woodlands, and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Plinia guanacastensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Plinia guanacastensis is a white, five-petaled flower. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedling is a small, round, dark green plant.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Plinia guanacastensis is a tropical tree that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts. Prune the plant regularly to maintain its shape and encourage new growth.
Where to Find Plinia guanacastensis
Plinia guanacastensis is native to Costa Rica and Nicaragua. It is found in humid montane forests, at altitudes of up to 1,500 m.
Plinia guanacastensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Plinia guanacastensis?
Plinia guanacastensis
Where is Plinia guanacastensis found?
Plinia guanacastensis is found in the Caribbean region of Central America.
What type of plant is Plinia guanacastensis?
Plinia guanacastensis is a shrub or small tree.
Species in the Plinia genus
Plinia abeggii, Plinia anonyma, Plinia asa-grayi, Plinia baracoensis, Plinia brachybotrya, Plinia callosa, Plinia caricensis, Plinia cauliflora, Plinia cidrensis, Plinia clausa, Plinia cordifolia, Plinia coronata, Plinia costata, Plinia cubensis, Plinia dermatodes, Plinia duplipilosa, Plinia edulis, Plinia ekmaniana, Plinia formosa, Plinia grandifolia, Plinia hatschbachii, Plinia icardiana, Plinia inflata, Plinia involucrata, Plinia microcycla, Plinia moaensis, Plinia muricata, Plinia oblongata, Plinia orthoclada, Plinia peroblata, Plinia phitrantha, Plinia pinnata, Plinia povedae, Plinia punctata, Plinia puriscalensis, Plinia ramosissima, Plinia rara, Plinia recurvata, Plinia renatiana, Plinia rivularis, Plinia rogersiana, Plinia salticola, Plinia spiciflora, Plinia spirito-santensis, Plinia stenophylla, Plinia complanata, Plinia cuspidata, Plinia pauciflora, Plinia cerrocampanensis, Plinia coclensis,
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-337452: Based on the initial data import
Fred Barrie (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barrie' in the authors string.