Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
occidentalis
ID:
637433

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cuatrec.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1952

Citation Micro:
Revista Acad. Colomb. Ci. Exact. 8: 474 (1952)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000636765



Common Names

  • Dacryodes occidentalis
  • Western Dacryodes
  • Western Dacryodes Tree


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Description

Dacryodes occidentalis (also called Western Dacryodes, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Burseraceae family. It is a medium-sized tree, typically reaching a height of 8–15 m (26–49 ft). It is native to the Amazon rainforest in South America and is found in moist habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Dacryodes occidentalis is used as a food source, for its medicinal properties, and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dacryodes occidentalis is small and yellow-green in color. The seed is a small, black, ovoid drupe. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dacryodes occidentalis is a tropical tree that is native to Central and South America. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, but cuttings can also be used. The tree can be grown from seed or cuttings and should be planted in a sunny location with well-drained soil.

Where to Find Dacryodes occidentalis

Dacryodes occidentalis is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical rainforests.

Dacryodes occidentalis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dacryodes occidentalis?

Dacryodes occidentalis

What is the common name of Dacryodes occidentalis?

Western Bursera

What type of plant is Dacryodes occidentalis?

Evergreen tree

Species in the Dacryodes genus

Dacryodes acutipyrena, Dacryodes belemensis, Dacryodes breviracemosa, Dacryodes chimantensis, Dacryodes colombiana, Dacryodes costanensis, Dacryodes costata, Dacryodes crassipes, Dacryodes cupularis, Dacryodes cuspidata, Dacryodes dungii, Dacryodes edilsonii, Dacryodes elmeri, Dacryodes excelsa, Dacryodes expansa, Dacryodes glabra, Dacryodes granatensis, Dacryodes incurvata, Dacryodes kingii, Dacryodes kostermansii, Dacryodes kukachkana, Dacryodes laxa, Dacryodes longifolia, Dacryodes macrocarpa, Dacryodes microcarpa, Dacryodes multijuga, Dacryodes negrensis, Dacryodes nervosa, Dacryodes nitens, Dacryodes occidentalis, Dacryodes olivifera, Dacryodes papuana, Dacryodes paraensis, Dacryodes patentinervia, Dacryodes peruviana, Dacryodes puberula, Dacryodes roraimensis, Dacryodes rostrata, Dacryodes rubiginosa, Dacryodes rugosa, Dacryodes sclerophylla, Dacryodes steyermarkii, Dacryodes hopkinsii, Dacryodes uruts-kunchae, Dacryodes patrona, Dacryodes amplectans, Dacryodes epimedia, Dacryodes frangens, Dacryodes hydriflora, Dacryodes maguipensis,

Species in the Burseraceae family

Ambilobea madagascariensis, Aucoumea klaineana, Beiselia mexicana, Boswellia globosa, Boswellia ameero, Boswellia bullata, Boswellia carteri, Boswellia dalzielii, Boswellia dioscoridis, Boswellia elongata, Boswellia frereana, Boswellia microphylla, Boswellia nana, Boswellia neglecta, Boswellia ogadensis, Boswellia ovalifoliolata, Boswellia papyrifera, Boswellia pirottae, Boswellia popoviana, Boswellia rivae, Boswellia sacra, Boswellia serrata, Boswellia socotrana, Bursera roseana, Bursera silviae, Bursera toledoana, Bursera altijuga, Bursera amplifolia, Bursera angustata, Bursera aptera, Bursera arida, Bursera ariensis, Bursera aromatica, Bursera aspleniifolia, Bursera attenuata, Bursera bicolor, Bursera biflora, Bursera bipinnata, Bursera bolivarii, Bursera bonetii, Bursera brunea, Bursera cerasifolia, Bursera chemapodicta, Bursera cinerea, Bursera citronella, Bursera collina, Bursera confusa, Bursera copallifera, Bursera coyucensis, Bursera crenata,

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