Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
tereticaulis
ID:
586671

Status:
valid

Authors:
Tul.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1847

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 3, 8: 341 (1847)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000586003



Common Names

  • Caraipa Tereticaulis
  • Caraipa Tree
  • Caraipa Aracaensis


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Synonyms

  • Caraipa simplicior Sandwith [unknown]
  • Caraipa suaveolens Planch. ex Benth. [unknown]

Description

Caraipa tereticaulis (also called Caraipa, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to the Amazon rainforest in Brazil, and is found in wet and dry forests, as well as in secondary forests. It has a smooth, grey bark and its leaves are alternate, elliptic-oblong, and glossy green.

Uses & Benefits

Caraipa tereticaulis is used as an ornamental plant, for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever and stomach ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Caraipa tereticaulis has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Caraipa tereticaulis 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 tereticaulis

Caraipa tereticaulis is native to Central and South America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Caraipa tereticaulis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Caraipa tereticaulis?

Caraipa tereticaulis

What is the common name of Caraipa tereticaulis?

Terete-stemmed Caraipa

What is the natural habitat of Caraipa tereticaulis?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

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,

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