Amaracarpus cuneifolius - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cuneifolius
ID:
959079
Status:
valid
Authors:
Valeton
Source:
wcs
Year:
1911
Citation Micro:
Nova Guinea 8: 502 (1911)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000958417
Common Names
- Cuneifolius Amaracarpus
- Cuneifolius Cherry
- Cuneifolius Apple
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Amaracarpus cuneifolius (also called 'Cuneiform Amaracarpus', among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub native to South America. It has small, yellow flowers and grows in tropical and subtropical climates in moist, shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Amaracarpus cuneifolius is used as a medicinal plant and is also used to make jams, jellies, and sauces. It is also used as an ornamental plant to decorate gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Amaracarpus cuneifolius are white or pink, with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Amaracarpus cuneifolius is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 m tall. It is native to Brazil and can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C.
Where to Find Amaracarpus cuneifolius
Amaracarpus cuneifolius is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Species in the Amaracarpus genus
Amaracarpus kochii, Amaracarpus grandifolius, Amaracarpus floribundus, Amaracarpus grandiflorus, Amaracarpus major, Amaracarpus nematopodus, Amaracarpus acuminatus, Amaracarpus anomalus, Amaracarpus attenuatus, Amaracarpus belensis, Amaracarpus brassii, Amaracarpus braunianus, Amaracarpus calcicola, Amaracarpus compactus, Amaracarpus cuneifolius, Amaracarpus doormanniensis, Amaracarpus idenburgensis, Amaracarpus ledermannii, Amaracarpus montanus, Amaracarpus nouhuizii, Amaracarpus novoguineensis, Amaracarpus nymanii, Amaracarpus papuanus, Amaracarpus pubescens, Amaracarpus rhombifolius, Amaracarpus schlechteri, Amaracarpus syzygifolius, Amaracarpus trichocalyx, Amaracarpus wichmannii, Amaracarpus xanthocarpus,
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
Theodoric Valeton (1855-1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Valeton' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:743116-1: Based on the initial data import