Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Boraginales
Species:
sellowianum
ID:
1035582

Status:
valid

Authors:
I.M.Johnst.

Source:
tro

Year:
1924

Citation Micro:
Contr. Gray Herb. 70: 13 (1924)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001034920



Common Names

  • Thaumatocaryon sellowianum
  • Sellowianum Thaumatocaryon
  • Sellowianum False Mahogany


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Description

Thaumatocaryon sellowianum (also called Sellow's Thaumatocaryon, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 4 meters tall. It is native to tropical regions of South America, Central America, and the Caribbean. It is found in moist forests, along streams, and in shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Thaumatocaryon sellowianum is a popular ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever and malaria.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Thaumatocaryon sellowianum has small, yellowish-white flowers with a single petal. Its seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Where to Find Thaumatocaryon sellowianum

Thaumatocaryon sellowianum is native to Brazil and can be found in the Atlantic Forest of the southeastern part of the country.

Species in the Boraginaceae family

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