Caryocar amygdaliferum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
amygdaliferum
ID:
808646
Status:
valid
Authors:
Mutis
Source:
wcs
Year:
1798
Citation Micro:
Icon. 4: 37 (1798)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000807980
Common Names
- Caryocar Amygdaliferum
- Amygdaliferum Caryocar
- Caryocar Almond
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Caryocar amygdaliforme (also called Almond-Shaped Caryocar, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to South America. It has long, narrow leaves and grows to a height of 1-2 m. It has small, white flowers with a yellow center. It is found in humid forests and rocky outcrops.
Uses & Benefits
Caryocar amygdaliferum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Caryocar amygdaliferum has small, white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and have a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Caryocar amygdaliferum is a tropical shrub native to South America. It is best grown in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. It can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. The plant should be watered regularly and fertilized monthly during the growing season.
Where to Find Caryocar amygdaliferum
Caryocar amygdaliferum is native to Brazil and can be found in the Atlantic Forest biome.
Caryocar amygdaliferum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Caryocar amygdaliferum?
Caryocar amygdaliferum
What is the common name of Caryocar amygdaliferum?
Almond-bearing Caryocar
What is the natural habitat of Caryocar amygdaliferum?
Tropical rainforests of South America
Species in the Caryocar genus
Caryocar amygdaliferum, Caryocar amygdaliforme, Caryocar brasiliense, Caryocar coriaceum, Caryocar costaricense, Caryocar cuneatum, Caryocar dentatum, Caryocar edule, Caryocar glabrum, Caryocar gracile, Caryocar harlingii, Caryocar microcarpum, Caryocar montanum, Caryocar nuciferum, Caryocar pallidum, Caryocar villosum,
Species in the Caryocaraceae family
Anthodiscus amazonicus, Anthodiscus chocoensis, Anthodiscus fragrans, Anthodiscus klugii, Anthodiscus mazarunensis, Anthodiscus montanus, Anthodiscus obovatus, Anthodiscus peruanus, Anthodiscus pilosus, Anthodiscus trifoliatus, Caryocar amygdaliferum, Caryocar amygdaliforme, Caryocar brasiliense, Caryocar coriaceum, Caryocar costaricense, Caryocar cuneatum, Caryocar dentatum, Caryocar edule, Caryocar glabrum, Caryocar gracile, Caryocar harlingii, Caryocar microcarpum, Caryocar montanum, Caryocar nuciferum, Caryocar pallidum, Caryocar villosum,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-34622: Based on the initial data import
José Celestino Mutis y Bosio (1732-1808): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mutis' in the authors string.