Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
parvifolia
ID:
774983

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.A.Mori, Prance & Menandro

Source:
iplants

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Bol. Bot. (São Paulo) 14: 8 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000774316



Common Names

  • Cariniana parvifolia
  • Small-Leaved Cariniana
  • Parvifolia Cariniana


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Description

Cariniana parvifolia (also called Parvifolia Cariniana, Parvifolia Plant, or Parvifolia Tree, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with glossy, dark green leaves and small white flowers. It is native to South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Cariniana parvifolia is a popular ornamental plant, used in gardens and landscapes for its attractive foliage and white flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cariniana parvifolia has small, yellow flowers that are clustered in umbels. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, thin leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cariniana parvifolia is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It prefers moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is done by seed or by cuttings. Seeds should be sown in the spring and cuttings should be taken in the summer.

Where to Find Cariniana parvifolia

Cariniana parvifolia can be found in tropical rainforests in Central and South America.

Cariniana parvifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cariniana parvifolia?

Cariniana parvifolia

What is the family of Cariniana parvifolia?

Lecythidaceae

Where is Cariniana parvifolia native to?

Brazil

Species in the Lecythidaceae family

Allantoma lineata, Allantoma pauciramosa, Allantoma uaupensis, Allantoma kuhlmannii, Allantoma pachyantha, Allantoma pluriflora, Allantoma decandra, Allantoma integrifolia, Asteranthos brasiliensis, Barringtonia acutangula, Barringtonia apiculata, Barringtonia ashtonii, Barringtonia asiatica, Barringtonia angusta, Barringtonia belagaensis, Barringtonia calyptrata, Barringtonia calyptrocalyx, Barringtonia conoidea, Barringtonia corneri, Barringtonia curranii, Barringtonia edulis, Barringtonia filirachis, Barringtonia fusiformis, Barringtonia gigantostachya, Barringtonia hallieri, Barringtonia havilandii, Barringtonia integrifolia, Barringtonia josephstaalensis, Barringtonia khaoluangensis, Barringtonia lanceolata, Barringtonia lauterbachii, Barringtonia longifolia, Barringtonia longipes, Barringtonia longisepala, Barringtonia macrocarpa, Barringtonia macrostachya, Barringtonia neocaledonica, Barringtonia niedenzuana, Barringtonia novae-hiberniae, Barringtonia palawanensis, Barringtonia papeh, Barringtonia papuana, Barringtonia pauciflora, Barringtonia payensiana, Barringtonia pendula, Barringtonia procera, Barringtonia pseudoglomerata, Barringtonia pterita, Barringtonia racemosa, Barringtonia reticulata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-312898: Based on the initial data import
Ghillean Prance (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Prance' in the authors string.
Scott A. Mori (1941-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.A.Mori' in the authors string.
Marcos de Souza Menandro: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Menandro' in the authors string.