Parinari insularum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
insularum
ID:
818695
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Gray
Source:
wcs
Year:
1845
Citation Micro:
U.S. Expl. Exped., Phan. 1: 488 (1845)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000818029
Common Names
- Insularum Parinari
- Island Parinari
- Island Tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Parinari insularum (also called Island Parinari, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree with leathery, dark green leaves. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in humid, tropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Parinari insularum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Parinari insularum is white and fragrant. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Parinari insularum is a shrub native to the Caribbean. It prefers full sun and well-draining soil and should be watered regularly. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Parinari insularum
Parinari insularum can be found in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil.
Parinari insularum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Parinari insularum?
Parinari insularum
What are the common names of Parinari insularum?
Island Parinari, Island Parinari Orchid
What is the natural habitat of Parinari insularum?
It is native to the rainforests of Central and South America, and is often found growing on trees or rocks.
Species in the Parinari genus
Parinari brasiliensis, Parinari campestris, Parinari capensis, Parinari congensis, Parinari congolana, Parinari costata, Parinari curatellifolia, Parinari anamensis, Parinari pachyphylla, Parinari prancei, Parinari excelsa, Parinari obtusifolia, Parinari montana, Parinari nonda, Parinari oblongifolia, Parinari leontopitheci, Parinari elmeri, Parinari parvifolia, Parinari canarioides, Parinari hypochrysea, Parinari romeroi, Parinari rigida, Parinari parva, Parinari occidentalis, Parinari metallica, Parinari maguirei, Parinari littoralis, Parinari klugii, Parinari gigantea, Parinari chocoensis, Parinari argenteo-sericea, Parinari alvimii, Parinari parilis, Parinari papuana, Parinari rodolphi, Parinari cardiophylla, Parinari insularum, Parinari sprucei, Parinari sumatrana,
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-355850: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.