Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
juliana
ID:
415708

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.F.Macbr.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1950

Citation Micro:
Publ. Field Columb. Mus., Bot. Ser. 13(3): 961 (1950)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000415040



Common Names

  • Juliana Tapura
  • Tapura Juliana
  • Tapura Juliana


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Description

Tapura juliana (also called Juliana's Tapura, among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub native to tropical regions of the world, such as South America, Africa, and Southeast Asia. It typically grows in moist, shady areas, and has oval-shaped leaves with white-colored undersides. Its flowers are small and white, and its fruits are small, red, and berry-like.

Uses & Benefits

Tapura juliana is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a windbreak. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tapura juliana is a small, white, five-petaled bloom. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tapura juliana is a perennial shrub that is native to tropical regions of the world. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a warm, sunny location in spring or summer. To propagate from cuttings, take semi-hardwood cuttings in spring or summer and root them in a well-draining potting mix. Plant the rooted cuttings in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Tapura juliana

Tapura juliana is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including parts of Africa, Asia, and the Americas.

Tapura juliana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tapura juliana?

Tapura juliana

What is the common name of Tapura juliana?

Julian's tapura

What is the natural habitat of Tapura juliana?

Tropical rainforests

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,