Caraipa punctulata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
punctulata
ID:
586657
Status:
valid
Authors:
Ducke
Source:
cmp
Year:
1922
Citation Micro:
Arch. Jard. Bot. Rio de Janeiro 3: 216 (1922)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000585989
Common Names
- Caraipa Punctulata
- Caraipa Tree
- Caraipa Aracaensis
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- Caraipa colombiana Ewan [unknown]
- Caraipa ferruginea Steyerm. [unknown]
- Caraipa reticulata Ducke [unknown]
Description
Caraipa punctulata (also called Punctulata Caraipa, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South America. It has thin, green leaves and small, white flowers. It typically grows in humid, tropical climates and is often found in woodlands and other areas with plenty of sunlight.
Uses & Benefits
Caraipa punctulata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and terrariums. It is also used as a natural air purifier, as it absorbs pollutants from the air.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Caraipa punctulata has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Caraipa punctulata is a small tree or shrub that grows up to 5 m in height. It is native to tropical South America and is found in wet forests and along rivers. It is easy to propagate from cuttings and can be grown in a variety of soils. It prefers full sun to partial shade and needs regular watering. It is also tolerant of drought and can be grown in containers.
Where to Find Caraipa punctulata
Caraipa punctulata is native to Central and South America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Caraipa punctulata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Caraipa punctulata?
Caraipa punctulata
What is the common name of Caraipa punctulata?
Dotted Caraipa
What is the natural habitat of Caraipa punctulata?
Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests
Species in the Caraipa genus
Caraipa ampla, Caraipa aracaensis, Caraipa costata, Caraipa densifolia, Caraipa duckeana, Caraipa foveolata, Caraipa grandifolia, Caraipa heterocarpa, Caraipa jaramilloi, Caraipa llanorum, Caraipa longipedicellata, Caraipa longisepala, Caraipa minor, Caraipa multinervia, Caraipa myrcioides, Caraipa odorata, Caraipa parvielliptica, Caraipa parvifolia, Caraipa psilocarpa, Caraipa punctulata, Caraipa racemosa, Caraipa richardiana, Caraipa rodriguesii, Caraipa savannarum, Caraipa surinamensis, Caraipa tereticaulis, Caraipa utilis, Caraipa valioi, Caraipa andina, Caraipa iracemensis, Caraipa balbinensis, Caraipa caespitosa, Caraipa glabra, Caraipa pilosa, Caraipa antioquensis, Caraipa tumescens, Caraipa davilae,
Species in the Calophyllaceae family
Calophyllum acidus, Calophyllum acutiputamen, Calophyllum aerarium, Calophyllum alboramulum, Calophyllum amblyphyllum, Calophyllum andersonii, Calophyllum angulare, Calophyllum apetalum, Calophyllum archipelagi, Calophyllum ardens, Calophyllum articulatum, Calophyllum aurantiacum, Calophyllum aureobrunnescens, Calophyllum aureum, Calophyllum austroindicum, Calophyllum balansae, Calophyllum banyengii, Calophyllum bicolor, Calophyllum biflorum, Calophyllum bifurcatum, Calophyllum blancoi, Calophyllum brachyphyllum, Calophyllum bracteatum, Calophyllum brasiliense, Calophyllum brassii, Calophyllum calaba, Calophyllum calcicola, Calophyllum caledonicum, Calophyllum canum, Calophyllum carrii, Calophyllum castaneum, Calophyllum caudatum, Calophyllum celebicum, Calophyllum cerasiferum, Calophyllum ceriferum, Calophyllum chapelieri, Calophyllum clemensiorum, Calophyllum collinum, Calophyllum comorense, Calophyllum complanatum, Calophyllum confertum, Calophyllum confusum, Calophyllum cordato-oblongum, Calophyllum coriaceum, Calophyllum costatum, Calophyllum costulatum, Calophyllum cucullatum, Calophyllum cuneifolium, Calophyllum dasypodium, Calophyllum depressinervosum,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2698962: Based on the initial data import
Adolpho Ducke (1876-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ducke' in the authors string.