Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
castanea
ID:
394518

Status:
valid

Authors:
Engl.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1883

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Phan. 4: 261 (1883)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000393850



Common Names

  • Poupartia castanea
  • Castanea Poupartia
  • Castanea Pouparti


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Synonyms

  • Sclerocarya castanea Baker [unknown]
  • Spondias chakoua Buj. ex Baker [unknown]

Description

Poupartia castanea (also called Chestnut Poupartia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Europe. It grows to a height of up to 1 meter and has a woody stem. Its leaves are pinnately compound, with each leaf having 7 to 11 leaflets. Its flowers are small and white, and its fruits are small, round, and black. It grows in moist, shady forests.

Uses & Benefits

Poupartia castanea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for landscaping and as a hedge plant. The leaves of the plant are used to make tea and are believed to have medicinal properties. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and stomach ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Poupartia castanea is a white, star-shaped flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, dark brown, kidney-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Poupartia castanea can be propagated by seeds or cuttings. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-drained potting mix and keep the soil moist. For cuttings, take a cutting from a mature plant and place it in a potting mix. Keep the soil moist and the cutting should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Poupartia castanea

Poupartia castanea is found in the tropical forests of South America, including Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Brazil.

Poupartia castanea FAQ

What is the common name of Poupartia castanea?

Castanea Poupartia

What is the scientific name of Poupartia castanea?

Poupartia castanea

What is the natural habitat of Poupartia castanea?

Tropical and subtropical forests

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