Plinia renatiana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
G.M.Barroso & Peixoto
Source:
wcs
Year:
1991
Citation Micro:
Atas Soc. Bot. Brasil, Secç. Rio de Janeiro 3: 98 (1991)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000278941
Common Names
- Renatiana Plinia
- Plinia Renatiana
- Renatiana Plinia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Plinia renatiana (also called Brazilian guava, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Myrtaceae family. It is a small tree or shrub, with a rounded crown and a short trunk. It is native to Brazil, and is found in the Atlantic Forest biome. It is found in moist forests, from sea level to 1,000 m in elevation.
Uses & Benefits
Plinia renatiana is a tropical fruit tree native to South America. Its fruit is used to make jams, juices, and wines. It is also used as an ornamental tree in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Plinia renatiana has white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a single pair of opposite leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Plinia renatiana can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken in spring or autumn. The plant prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun.
Where to Find Plinia renatiana
Plinia renatiana is native to the Atlantic Forest biome of Brazil, and can be found in the states of Bahia, Espirito Santo, Minas Gerais, Rio de Janeiro, and São Paulo.
Plinia renatiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Plinia renatiana?
Plinia renatiana
What is the common name of Plinia renatiana?
Renatiana guava
What is the natural habitat of Plinia renatiana?
Tropical and subtropical regions of South America
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-161402: Based on the initial data import
Graziela Maciel Barroso (1912-2003): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.M.Barroso' in the authors string.
Ariane Luna Peixoto (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Peixoto' in the authors string.