Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
icaco
ID:
830956

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 513 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000830291



Common Names

  • Chrysobalanus icaco
  • Cocoplum
  • Sea Plum


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Description

Chrysobalanus icaco (also called 'Icaco 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 icaco is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Chrysobalanus icaco sub. atacorensis (A.Chev.) F.White
Chrysobalanus icaco sub. icaco

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Chrysobalanus icaco 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 icaco is a small evergreen tree that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It is best grown in well-drained, acidic soil. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Chrysobalanus icaco

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

Chrysobalanus icaco FAQ

What is the common name of Chrysobalanus icaco?

Icaco

What is the natural habitat of Chrysobalanus icaco?

Tropical rainforest

What is the growth habit of Chrysobalanus icaco?

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,

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