Status:
valid
Authors:
Trécul
Source:
cmp
Year:
1847
Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 3, 8: 96 (1847)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000624222
Common Names
- Coussapoa Microcephala
- Small-Headed Coussapoa
- Coussapoa
Synonyms
- Coussapoa cuneata Miq. [unknown]
- Coussapoa fagifolia Klotzsch [unknown]
Description
Coussapoa microcephala (also called 'Small-headed Sapucaia', among many other common names) is a species of tree in the family Lecythidaceae. It is native to the Amazon rainforest and is found in lowland and montane tropical rainforest habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Coussapoa microcephala is used as a traditional medicine to treat various ailments, such as fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of timber.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Coussapoa microcephala are small, white and fragrant, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and dark green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Coussapoa microcephala can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both seeds and cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they are established.
Where to Find Coussapoa microcephala
Coussapoa microcephala is native to tropical regions of Central and South America.
Coussapoa microcephala FAQ
What is the scientific name of Coussapoa microcephala?
Coussapoa microcephala
What is the common name of Coussapoa microcephala?
Microcephala Coussapoa
Where is Coussapoa microcephala found?
It is found in Colombia
Species in the Coussapoa genus
Coussapoa angustifolia,
Coussapoa arachnoidea,
Coussapoa argentea,
Coussapoa asperifolia,
Coussapoa batavorum,
Coussapoa brevipes,
Coussapoa chocoensis,
Coussapoa cinnamomea,
Coussapoa cinnamomifolia,
Coussapoa contorta,
Coussapoa crassivenosa,
Coussapoa cupularis,
Coussapoa curranii,
Coussapoa david-smithii,
Coussapoa dolichandra,
Coussapoa duquei,
Coussapoa echinata,
Coussapoa ferruginea,
Coussapoa floccosa,
Coussapoa fulvescens,
Coussapoa glaberrima,
Coussapoa herthae,
Coussapoa jatun-sachensis,
Coussapoa latifolia,
Coussapoa leprieurii,
Coussapoa longepedunculata,
Coussapoa macerrima,
Coussapoa manuensis,
Coussapoa microcarpa,
Coussapoa microcephala,
Coussapoa nitida,
Coussapoa nymphaeifolia,
Coussapoa oligocephala,
Coussapoa orthoneura,
Coussapoa ovalifolia,
Coussapoa pachyphylla,
Coussapoa parviceps,
Coussapoa parvifolia,
Coussapoa purpusii,
Coussapoa scabra,
Coussapoa sprucei,
Coussapoa tessmannii,
Coussapoa tolimensis,
Coussapoa trinervia,
Coussapoa valaria,
Coussapoa vannifolia,
Coussapoa villosa,
Coussapoa viridifolia,
Coussapoa darienensis,
Coussapoa peruviana,
Species in the Urticaceae family
Archiboehmeria atrata,
Astrothalamus reticulatus,
Australina flaccida,
Australina pusilla,
Australina pusilla,
Boehmeria aspera,
Boehmeria balslevii,
Boehmeria beyeri,
Boehmeria brevirostris,
Boehmeria bullata,
Boehmeria burgeriana,
Boehmeria caudata,
Boehmeria celtidifolia,
Boehmeria clidemioides,
Boehmeria conica,
Boehmeria cylindrica,
Boehmeria densiflora,
Boehmeria depauperata,
Boehmeria didymogyne,
Boehmeria dura,
Boehmeria egregia,
Boehmeria excelsa,
Boehmeria grandis,
Boehmeria hamiltoniana,
Boehmeria helferi,
Boehmeria heterophylla,
Boehmeria holosericea,
Boehmeria japonica,
Boehmeria kiusiana,
Boehmeria kurzii,
Boehmeria lanceolata,
Boehmeria martii,
Boehmeria multiflora,
Boehmeria nakashimae,
Boehmeria nivea,
Boehmeria ourantha,
Boehmeria pavonii,
Boehmeria penduliflora,
Boehmeria pilosiuscula,
Boehmeria platanifolia,
Boehmeria polystachya,
Boehmeria radiata,
Boehmeria ramiflora,
Boehmeria repens,
Boehmeria rugosissima,
Boehmeria siamensis,
Boehmeria sieboldiana,
Boehmeria spicigera,
Boehmeria splitgerbera,
Boehmeria ternifolia,