Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
angustifolium
ID:
809094

Status:
valid

Authors:
Standl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1929

Citation Micro:
Publ. Field Columb. Mus., Bot. Ser. 4: 217 (1929)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000808428



Common Names

  • Angustifolium Caryodendron
  • Narrow-Leaved Caryodendron
  • Narrow-Leaved Nut Tree


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Description

Caryodendron angustifolium (also called 'Angustifolium 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 angustifolium 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 angustifolium 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 angustifolium 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 angustifolium

Caryodendron angustifolium is native to the Amazon rainforest.

Caryodendron angustifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Caryodendron angustifolium?

Caryodendron angustifolium

What is the common name of Caryodendron angustifolium?

Narrow-leaved Caryodendron

What is the natural habitat of Caryodendron angustifolium?

It is native to South America and is found in tropical forests and scrublands.

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