Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
arachnoidea
ID:
408531

Status:
valid

Authors:
Breteler

Source:
ksu

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Bull. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat., B, Adansonia 16: 321 (1994 publ. 1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000407863



Common Names

  • Tapura arachnoidea
  • Spidery Tapura
  • Spidery White Cedar


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Description

Tapura arachnoidea (also called Spider Tapura, Spider False Cypress, and Spider White Cedar, among many other common names) is an evergreen coniferous shrub native to the northern hemisphere. It has a pyramidal shape with dense, bright green foliage. It is typically found in moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade, and is often used as a hedge or ornamental plant.

Uses & Benefits

Tapura arachnoidea is used as an ornamental plant, for its foliage and for its edible fruits. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tapura arachnoidea is a small, white, unisexual flower. The seed is a small, black, round-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and oval-shaped.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tapura arachnoidea is a tropical perennial plant that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a light, sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Once established, Tapura arachnoidea requires minimal pruning and is relatively easy to care for.

Where to Find Tapura arachnoidea

Tapura arachnoidea is native to South America and can be found in Brazil, Peru, and Bolivia.

Tapura arachnoidea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tapura arachnoidea?

Tapura arachnoidea

What is the common name of Tapura arachnoidea?

Spider tapura

What is the growth habit of Tapura arachnoidea?

It is a perennial herbaceous plant with a large, upright, banana-like trunk

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,