Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
grandifructus
ID:
818347

Status:
valid

Authors:
Prance

Source:
wcs

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 39: 366 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000817681



Common Names

  • Parastemon grandifructus
  • Grandifructus Parastemon
  • Parastemon Fruit


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Description

Parastemon grandifructus (also called Large-fruited Parastemon, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Chrysobalanaceae family. It is an evergreen tree that can reach up to 10 m in height. It is native to South America and is found in tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Parastemon grandifructus is used as an ornamental plant and its flowers are used to make tea and wine. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headache, and sore throat.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Parastemon grandifructus has white flowers and small, round, black seeds. The seedlings are small and thin with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Parastemon grandifructus is a shrub native to South Africa. It can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. Cultivation is best done in full sun with temperatures ranging from 10-25°C (50-77°F). The soil should be kept moist but not soggy and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Parastemon grandifructus

Parastemon grandifructus is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Parastemon grandifructus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Parastemon grandifructus?

Parastemon grandifructus

What is the family of Parastemon grandifructus?

Chrysobalanaceae

What is the common name of Parastemon grandifructus?

Large-fruited Parastemon

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-355494: Based on the initial data import
Ghillean Prance (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Prance' in the authors string.