Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
amazonica
ID:
407703

Status:
valid

Authors:
Poepp. & Endl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1843

Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Sp. Pl. 3: 41 (1843)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000407035



Common Names

  • Amazonica Tapura
  • Amazonica Indian Almond
  • Amazonica Indian Walnut


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Synonyms

  • Tapura ciliata Gardner [unknown]
  • Tapura amazonica cuspidata Baill. [unknown]
  • Tapura amazonica dasyphylla Baill. [unknown]
  • Tapura amazonica sublanceolata Baill. [unknown]
  • Tapura amazonica ciliata Baill. [unknown]
  • Tapura amazonica amazonica [unknown]

Description

Tapura amazonica (also called Tapura, among many other common names) is a species of flowering tree in the Clusiaceae family. It is native to Central and South America. It typically grows in tropical rainforests, and is found at elevations up to 1,000 m.

Uses & Benefits

Tapura amazonica is used to make furniture, flooring, and musical instruments. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, skin diseases, and digestive disorders.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Tapura amazonica var. manausensis Prance

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tapura amazonica has white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are short and thin with multiple stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tapura amazonica is a fast-growing, evergreen tree that can reach up to 30 m in height. It is propagated by seed, and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is tolerant of light frost. It can be pruned to maintain a desired shape and size.

Where to Find Tapura amazonica

Tapura amazonica is native to Central and South America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Tapura amazonica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tapura amazonica?

Tapura amazonica

What is the common name of Tapura amazonica?

Amazon Tapura

What is the family of Tapura amazonica?

Marantaceae

Species in the Dichapetalaceae family

Dichapetalum neglectum, Dichapetalum acuminatum, Dichapetalum affine, Dichapetalum alaotrense, Dichapetalum albidum, Dichapetalum altescandens, Dichapetalum angolense, Dichapetalum arachnoideum, Dichapetalum arenarium, Dichapetalum asplundeanum, Dichapetalum axillare, Dichapetalum bangii, Dichapetalum barbatum, Dichapetalum barbosae, Dichapetalum barteri, Dichapetalum beilschmiedioides, Dichapetalum bellum, Dichapetalum berendinae, Dichapetalum bernalii, Dichapetalum bocageanum, Dichapetalum bodyi, Dichapetalum bojeri, Dichapetalum braunii, Dichapetalum brenesii, Dichapetalum bullatum, Dichapetalum chalotii, Dichapetalum chlorinum, Dichapetalum choristilum, Dichapetalum coelhoi, Dichapetalum congoense, Dichapetalum crassifolium, Dichapetalum cymosum, Dichapetalum cymulosum, Dichapetalum deflexum, Dichapetalum dewevrei, Dichapetalum dewildei, Dichapetalum dictyospermum, Dichapetalum discolor, Dichapetalum donnell-smithii, Dichapetalum edule, Dichapetalum eickii, Dichapetalum fadenii, Dichapetalum filicaule, Dichapetalum findouense, Dichapetalum foreroi, Dichapetalum froesii, Dichapetalum fructuosum, Dichapetalum gabonense, Dichapetalum gassitae, Dichapetalum gelonioides,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2431584: Based on the initial data import
Eduard Friedrich Poeppig (1798-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Poepp.' in the authors string.
Stephan Endlicher (1804-1849): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Endl.' in the authors string.