Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
carapanauba
ID:
291049

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pichon

Source:
wcs

Year:
1948

Citation Micro:
Bull. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat. , sér. 2, 19: 365 (1948)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000290381



Common Names

  • Aspidosperma carapanauba
  • Carapanauba Tree
  • Lancewood


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Synonyms

  • Geissospermum excelsum Kuhlm. [unknown]

Description

Aspidosperma carapanauba (also called Cuspa, among many other common names) is a medium-sized tree native to Central and South America. It has a rounded crown and a thick, furrowed bark. The leaves are alternate, lanceolate, and glossy green. It is found in tropical rainforests and dry forests.

Uses & Benefits

Aspidosperma carapanauba is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, skin diseases, and digestive disorders. It is also used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aspidosperma carapanauba flower is small and yellow-green in color. Its seeds are small and reddish-brown in color. Its seedlings are small and have a reddish-brown color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aspidosperma carapanauba is a slow-growing tree that can reach heights of up to 30 feet. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in the spring and cuttings should be taken in the summer.

Where to Find Aspidosperma carapanauba

Aspidosperma carapanauba can be found in the Amazon rainforest of South America.

Aspidosperma carapanauba FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aspidosperma carapanauba?

Aspidosperma carapanauba

What is the common name of Aspidosperma carapanauba?

Carapanauba Aspidosperma

What is the natural habitat of Aspidosperma carapanauba?

Tropical rainforests in Central and South America

Species in the Aspidosperma genus

Aspidosperma album, Aspidosperma araracanga, Aspidosperma auriculatum, Aspidosperma australe, Aspidosperma camporum, Aspidosperma capitatum, Aspidosperma carapanauba, Aspidosperma cuspa, Aspidosperma cylindrocarpon, Aspidosperma darienense, Aspidosperma decussatum, Aspidosperma desmanthum, Aspidosperma discolor, Aspidosperma dispermum, Aspidosperma eburneum, Aspidosperma eteanum, Aspidosperma excelsum, Aspidosperma fendleri, Aspidosperma formosanum, Aspidosperma gehrtii, Aspidosperma glaucum, Aspidosperma helstonei, Aspidosperma illustre, Aspidosperma inundatum, Aspidosperma leucocymosum, Aspidosperma limae, Aspidosperma macrocarpon, Aspidosperma macrophyllum, Aspidosperma megalocarpon, Aspidosperma megaphyllum, Aspidosperma multiflorum, Aspidosperma myristicifolium, Aspidosperma nanum, Aspidosperma neblinae, Aspidosperma nemorale, Aspidosperma nigricans, Aspidosperma nobile, Aspidosperma oblongum, Aspidosperma obscurinervium, Aspidosperma olivaceum, Aspidosperma pachypterum, Aspidosperma parvifolium, Aspidosperma pichonianum, Aspidosperma polyneuron, Aspidosperma pyricollum, Aspidosperma pyrifolium, Aspidosperma quebracho-blanco, Aspidosperma quirandy, Aspidosperma ramiflorum, Aspidosperma reductum,

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-17238: Based on the initial data import
Marcel Pichon (1921-1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pichon' in the authors string.