Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
cardiophylla
ID:
818608

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ducke

Source:
wcs

Year:
1935

Citation Micro:
Arq. Inst. Biol. Veg. 2: 33 (1935)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000817942



Common Names

  • Parinari cardiophylla
  • Cardiophylla Parinari
  • Parinari Cardiophylla


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Description

Parinari cardiophylla (also called Cardiophylla Parinari, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to Central and South America. It has a short stem and its leaves are dark green, thick and leathery. It grows in humid tropical forests, at elevations of up to 1000 m.

Uses & Benefits

Parinari cardiophylla has been used as a medicinal plant for treating fever, malaria, and other ailments. It is also used as a food source, as its leaves are edible and its fruits can be used to make jams and jellies. The wood of the tree is also used for making furniture and other wood products.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Parinari cardiophylla is small and yellow, with five petals. The seed is a small, black nut. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, heart-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Parinari cardiophylla is an evergreen shrub that is native to tropical regions of Africa. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun or partial shade and well-drained soil. It can tolerate some drought but should be watered regularly during dry periods. It should be pruned in late winter or early spring to promote new growth.

Where to Find Parinari cardiophylla

Parinari cardiophylla can be found in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil.

Parinari cardiophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Parinari cardiophylla?

Parinari cardiophylla

What is the common name of Parinari cardiophylla?

Heart-leaved Parinari

What is the natural habitat of Parinari cardiophylla?

It is found in tropical rainforests.

Species in the Parinari genus

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-355771: Based on the initial data import
Adolpho Ducke (1876-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ducke' in the authors string.