Parinari sumatrana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sumatrana
ID:
818728
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Jack) Benth.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1849
Citation Micro:
Niger Fl. : 335 (1849)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000818062
Common Names
- Sumatrana Parinari
- Sumatran Parinari
- Sumatran Tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Parinari sumatrana (also called Sumatran 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 sumatrana 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 sumatrana 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 sumatrana is a shrub native to Southeast Asia. It prefers full sun and well-draining soil and should be watered regularly. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Parinari sumatrana
Parinari sumatrana can be found in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil.
Parinari sumatrana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Parinari sumatrana?
Parinari sumatrana
What is the common name of Parinari sumatrana?
Parinari
What is the natural habitat of Parinari sumatrana?
Tropical rainforest
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-355880: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.