Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
cuspidatus
ID:
830952

Status:
valid

Authors:
Griseb. ex Duss

Source:
wcs

Year:
1897

Citation Micro:
Fl. Phan. Antill. Franç. : 258 (1897)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000830287



Common Names

  • Chrysobalanus cuspidatus
  • Cocoplum
  • Sea Plum


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Description

Chrysobalanus cuspidatus (also called 'Cuspidate Chrysobalanus', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Chrysobalanaceae. It is a shrub that typically grows to a height of 0.5-2 m. It is native to Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela. It is found in montane forests and cloud forests.

Uses & Benefits

Chrysobalanus cuspidatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Chrysobalanus cuspidatus are yellow, with four petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small and delicate, with light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chrysobalanus cuspidatus is a deciduous shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and rooted in a sandy soil. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Chrysobalanus cuspidatus

Chrysobalanus cuspidatus is native to India and can be found in moist forests.

Chrysobalanus cuspidatus FAQ

What is the common name of Chrysobalanus cuspidatus?

Cuspidatus

What is the natural habitat of Chrysobalanus cuspidatus?

Tropical rainforest

What is the growth habit of Chrysobalanus cuspidatus?

Evergreen shrub or small tree

Species in the Chrysobalanaceae family

Acioa edulis, Acioa guianensis, Acioa schultesii, Acioa somnolens, Acioa longipendula, Acioa dolichopoda, Afrolicania elaeosperma, Angelesia splendens, Angelesia fusicarpa, Angelesia palawanensis, Atuna cordata, Atuna elliptica, Atuna excelsa, Atuna indica, Atuna latifrons, Atuna nannodes, Atuna penangiana, Atuna travancorica, Bafodeya benna, Chrysobalanus cuspidatus, Chrysobalanus icaco, Chrysobalanus prancei, Couepia belemii, Couepia bernardii, Couepia bondarii, Couepia bracteosa, Couepia canomensis, Couepia carautae, Couepia caryophylloides, Couepia cataractae, Couepia chrysocalyx, Couepia cidiana, Couepia coarctata, Couepia comosa, Couepia eriantha, Couepia excelsa, Couepia exflexa, Couepia froesii, Couepia glabra, Couepia grandiflora, Couepia guianensis, Couepia habrantha, Couepia hondurasensis, Couepia impressa, Couepia insignis, Couepia joaquinae, Couepia krukovii, Couepia latifolia, Couepia leitaofilhoi, Couepia longipetiolata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-367584: Based on the initial data import
August Grisebach (1814-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griseb.' in the authors string.