Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
intermedia
ID:
957822

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mart.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1829

Citation Micro:
Syst. Veg., ed. 15 bis 7: 90 (1829)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000957160

Common Names

  • Amaioua intermedia
  • Intermediate Amaioua
  • Intermediate Amaioua Tree

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Description

Amaioua intermedia (also called Wild guava, among many other common names) is a small evergreen tree native to Central and South America. It has a dense, rounded crown and grows up to 10 m tall. The leaves are simple, opposite, elliptic to obovate, and up to 8 cm long. The flowers are small, white, and fragrant. It is found in humid forests, along rivers, and in coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Amaioua intermedia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also used in perfumes and cosmetics.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Amaioua intermedia var. brasiliensis (Rich. & DC.) Steyerm.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Amaioua intermedia is white, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Amaioua intermedia is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 10 m in height. It is native to the Caribbean and Central and South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the cuttings moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Amaioua intermedia

Amaioua intermedia is native to Brazil and can be found in the Atlantic Forest biome.

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References