Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
amazonicum
ID:
809085

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ducke

Source:
wcs

Year:
1943

Citation Micro:
Trop. Woods 76: 18 (1943)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000808419



Common Names

  • Amazonicum Caryodendron
  • Amazonian Caryodendron
  • Amazonian Nut Tree


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Description

Caryodendron amazonicum (also called 'Amazonian Caryodendron', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with leathery, oblong leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to Brazil and is found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Caryodendron amazonicum is used as an ornamental plant in landscaping and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Caryodendron amazonicum has small, white flowers with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round capsule. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Caryodendron amazonicum is a tropical evergreen shrub that grows best in full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagate by seed or cuttings. It can also be propagated by layering.

Where to Find Caryodendron amazonicum

Caryodendron amazonicum is native to the Amazon rainforest.

Caryodendron amazonicum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Caryodendron amazonicum?

Caryodendron amazonicum

What is the common name of Caryodendron amazonicum?

Amazonian Caryodendron

What is the natural habitat of Caryodendron amazonicum?

Tropical forests

Species in the Euphorbiaceae family

Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-34665: Based on the initial data import
Adolpho Ducke (1876-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ducke' in the authors string.