Parinari sprucei - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sprucei
ID:
818712
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hook.f.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1867
Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 14(2): 53 (1867)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000818046
Common Names
- Sprucei Parinari
- Spruce Parinari
- Spruce Tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Parinari sprucei (also called Spruce's 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 sprucei 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 sprucei 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 sprucei is a shrub native to South America. It prefers full sun and well-draining soil and should be watered regularly. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Parinari sprucei
Parinari sprucei can be found in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil.
Parinari sprucei FAQ
What is the scientific name of Parinari sprucei?
Parinari sprucei
What are the common names of Parinari sprucei?
Spruce's Parinari, Spruce's Parinari Orchid
What is the natural habitat of Parinari sprucei?
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-355866: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.