Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
amapaensis
ID:
733733

Status:
valid

Authors:
Balslev & S.A.Mori

Source:
cmp

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 33: 5 (1981)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000733066

Common Names

  • Qualea
  • Amapaensis
  • Amapa Qualea

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Description

Qualea amapaensis (also called Amapa qualea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Vochysiaceae family. It is a woody, evergreen, perennial shrub native to South America, growing in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Qualea amapaensis is a popular ornamental shrub, often used as a hedge or border plant in gardens. Its flowers are edible and can be used in salads or cooked as a vegetable. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Qualea amapaensis is a small, white tube with five lobes. The seed is a small, round, yellowish-brown nut. The seedlings are small, green and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Qualea amapaensis is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can tolerate partial shade and dry conditions. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°F (-29°C). It can be propagated by taking cuttings in spring or summer.

Where to Find Qualea amapaensis

Qualea amapaensis is native to South America. It is found in grasslands, woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Qualea amapaensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Qualea amapaensis?

Qualea amapaensis

What is the common name of Qualea amapaensis?

Amapa qualea

What is the natural habitat of Qualea amapaensis?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Qualea genus

Qualea marioniae, Qualea johannabakkerae, Qualea acuminata, Qualea amapaensis, Qualea amoena, Qualea brasiliana, Qualea brevipedicellata, Qualea calantha, Qualea calophylla, Qualea clavata, Qualea coerulea, Qualea cordata, Qualea cryptantha, Qualea cyanea, Qualea cymulosa, Qualea decorticans, Qualea densiflora, Qualea dinizii, Qualea elegans, Qualea gestasiana, Qualea glaziovii, Qualea gracilior, Qualea grandiflora, Qualea hannekesaskiarum, Qualea homosepala, Qualea impexa, Qualea ingens, Qualea labouriauana, Qualea lineata, Qualea lundii, Qualea macropetala, Qualea magna, Qualea megalocarpa, Qualea mori-boomii, Qualea multiflora, Qualea panamensis, Qualea paraensis, Qualea parviflora, Qualea polychroma, Qualea psidiifolia, Qualea pulcherrima, Qualea rosea, Qualea rupicola, Qualea schomburgkiana, Qualea selloi, Qualea sprucei, Qualea suprema, Qualea tessmannii, Qualea themistoclesii, Qualea tricolor,

Species in the Vochysiaceae family

Callisthene dryadum, Callisthene erythroclada, Callisthene fasciculata, Callisthene inundata, Callisthene major, Callisthene microphylla, Callisthene minor, Callisthene mollissima, Erisma arietinum, Erisma bicolor, Erisma blancoa, Erisma bracteosum, Erisma calcaratum, Erisma costatum, Erisma djalma-batistae, Erisma floribundum, Erisma fuscum, Erisma gracile, Erisma japura, Erisma lanceolatum, Erisma laurifolium, Erisma maliforme, Erisma megalophyllum, Erisma micranthum, Erisma nitidum, Erisma niveum, Erisma silvae, Erisma splendens, Erisma tessmannii, Erisma uncinatum, Erisma panamense, Erismadelphus exsul, Erismadelphus sessilis, Korupodendron songweanum, Qualea marioniae, Qualea johannabakkerae, Qualea acuminata, Qualea amapaensis, Qualea amoena, Qualea brasiliana, Qualea brevipedicellata, Qualea calantha, Qualea calophylla, Qualea clavata, Qualea coerulea, Qualea cordata, Qualea cryptantha, Qualea cyanea, Qualea cymulosa, Qualea decorticans,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2868140: Based on the initial data import
Henrik Balslev (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Balslev' in the authors string.
Scott A. Mori (1941-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.A.Mori' in the authors string.