Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
bahianum
ID:
1254413

Status:
valid

Authors:
Daly

Source:
tro

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 47: 713 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001253751



Common Names

  • Protium bahianum
  • Bahianum Protium
  • Bahian Protium


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Description

Protium bahianum (also called Bahian protium, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Brazil. It has a rounded crown and grows up to 4 meters tall. Its leaves are simple, ovate to oblong, and have a serrated margin. It is found in moist forests and thickets in its native regions.

Uses & Benefits

Protium bahianum is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and parks. It is also known to have medicinal properties, such as being used to treat digestive problems and skin infections.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Protium bahianum are white and star-shaped, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Protium bahianum is a slow-growing, evergreen tree that can reach up to 30 feet in height. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be planted in a moist, well-drained medium. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and placed in a moist, well-drained medium.

Where to Find Protium bahianum

Protium bahianum can be found in the tropical forests of Brazil.

Protium bahianum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Protium bahianum?

Protium bahianum

What type of plant is Protium bahianum?

Protium bahianum is a tree.

Where is Protium bahianum found?

Protium bahianum is found in Brazil.

Species in the Protium genus

Protium calanense, Protium buenaventurense, Protium boomii, Protium beandon, Protium baracoense, Protium attenuatum, Protium carolense, Protium llanorum, Protium maestrense, Protium macrosepalum, Protium macrocarpum, Protium macgregorii, Protium leptostachyum, Protium laxiflorum, Protium javanicum, Protium carana, Protium lucidum, Protium opacum, Protium icicariba, Protium nervosum, Protium mucronatum, Protium obtusifolium, Protium cranipyrenum, Protium divaricatum, Protium decandrum, Protium dawsonii, Protium cuneatum, Protium cundinamarcense, Protium crenatum, Protium costaricense, Protium coriaceum, Protium copal, Protium connarifolium, Protium confusum, Protium crassipetalum, Protium heptaphyllum, Protium guianense, Protium grandifolium, Protium glomerulosum, Protium glaziovii, Protium glabrum, Protium giganteum, Protium ferrugineum, Protium elegans, Protium glaucescens, Protium aracouchini, Protium araguense, Protium apiculatum, Protium amazonicum, Protium altsonii,

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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