Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
chimalapana
ID:
1250417

Status:
valid

Authors:
T.Wendt & J.D.Mitch.

Source:
tro

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 47(2): 102. 1995

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001249755



Common Names

  • Tapirira chimalapana
  • Chimalapana
  • Chimalapana Tree


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Description

Tapirira chimalapana (also called Chimalapa Tapirira, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Anacardiaceae. It is a perennial herb with white flowers and is native to Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras. It typically grows in rocky, dry, and disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Tapirira chimalapana is used for its medicinal properties and as a source of timber for furniture and construction.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Tapirira chimalapana are small, white and fragrant. They have four petals and are arranged in a raceme. The seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tapirira chimalapana is an evergreen shrub that grows in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated from cuttings taken in the summer or from seed. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, the plant requires minimal care and is drought tolerant.

Where to Find Tapirira chimalapana

Tapirira chimalapana is native to Central and South America.

Tapirira chimalapana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tapirira chimalapana?

Tapirira chimalapana

What is the common name of Tapirira chimalapana?

Chimalapan Tapirira

What is the natural habitat of Tapirira chimalapana?

Tropical and subtropical forests

Species in the Anacardiaceae family

Abrahamia buxifolia, Abrahamia thouvenotii, Abrahamia littoralis, Abrahamia latifolia, Abrahamia minutifolia, Abrahamia ditimena, Abrahamia betamponensis, Abrahamia capuronii, Abrahamia delphinensis, Abrahamia ellipticarpa, Abrahamia elongata, Abrahamia itromoensis, Abrahamia turkii, Abrahamia deflexa, Abrahamia grandidieri, Abrahamia humbertii, Abrahamia ibityensis, Abrahamia lecomtei, Abrahamia lenticellata, Abrahamia lokobensis, Abrahamia longipetiolata, Abrahamia louvelii, Abrahamia nitida, Abrahamia oblongifolia, Abrahamia pauciflora, Abrahamia phillipsonii, Abrahamia sambiranensis, Abrahamia sericea, Abrahamia suarezensis, Abrahamia viguieri, Abrahamia revoluta, Abrahamia antongilensis, Abrahamia darainensis, Abrahamia patrickii, Actinocheita filicina, Allospondias lakonensis, Allospondias laxiflora, Amphipterygium simplicifolium, Amphipterygium adstringens, Amphipterygium amplifolium, Amphipterygium glaucum, Amphipterygium molle, Anacardium amapaense, Anacardium amilcarianum, Anacardium brasiliense, Anacardium caracolii, Anacardium corymbosum, Anacardium curatellifolium, Anacardium excelsum, Anacardium fruticosum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50150956: Based on the initial data import
John D. Mitchell (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.D.Mitch.' in the authors string.
Thomas Leighton Wendt (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.Wendt' in the authors string.