Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
maguirei
ID:
818547

Status:
valid

Authors:
Prance

Source:
wcs

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Fl. Neotrop. Monogr. 9: 190 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000817881



Common Names

  • Parinari maguirei
  • Maguirei Parinari
  • Parinari Maguirei Tree


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Description

Parinari maguirei (also called Maguire's cherry, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to tropical Africa. It typically grows to a height of 10-15 meters and has a dense, rounded crown. The leaves are alternate, ovate to elliptic, and measure up to 15 cm long. The flowers are small and white, and the fruits are small, round, and red. It is found in moist, lowland forests and along riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Parinari maguirei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and stomach ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Parinari maguirei are white, with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small, black and shiny, and the seedlings are slender and upright.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Parinari maguirei is a small tree or shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Parinari maguirei

Parinari maguirei is native to Central and South America. It can be found in tropical rainforests, dry forests, and savannas.

Parinari maguirei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Parinari maguirei?

Parinari maguirei

What is the common name of Parinari maguirei?

Maguire's Parinari

What is the natural habitat of Parinari maguirei?

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-355706: Based on the initial data import
Ghillean Prance (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Prance' in the authors string.